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Charles Washington Obituary

Charles Washington CHARLESTON - Mr. Charles Washington, 87, of Charleston, SC, entered eternal rest on March 10, 2025. He leaves to cherish his memories, his companion: Wilhelmenia Boston; children: Charles Marvin Washington, Naomi R. Washington, and Marilyn Ellis; grandchild: Rhonda Brown; great-grandchild: Tyrone Lamont Wright, II. He was preceded in death by his parents: Aaron Washington and Ellen G. Brown; and siblings: John Simmons, Elliott Simmons, Dorothy W. Mitchell, Elijah Simmons, and Leon Simmons. Public Viewing: Monday, March 17, 2025, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Smith-McNeal Funeral Home - 2119 Dorchester Road- N. Charleston, SC 29405 and Tuesday 10:00 AM- 10:45 AM at Greater Zion AME Church. The Celebration of Life Service - Tuesday, March 18, 2025 - 11:00 AM at Greater Zion AME Church - 4174 Highway 17 North - Awendaw, SC 29429.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2025.

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Angela Morse

March 31, 2026

I worked with Charles at C&B 25 years ago and I still think of the man he was. I was a 30 year old, white girl when I started working there. He took me under his wing and helped me anytime I needed it. He always had time and never lost his composure. He loved to laugh with me too. I remember how he always dressed impeccably, drank warm lemon water and ran up the stairs in his 60´s every day. I loved and respected this awesome human being like a father. I am sad to just see he is no longer on this earth but am thankful I got to know him and I know he is dressed up drinking lemon water with God. My prayers go out to all who loved him.

Claudia Montgomery Grady

March 17, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will keep the family in prayer during this difficult time

Gail Marion Blair

March 14, 2025

Wilhelmena, as a woman of trust and faith you know God will comfort you. Reflect on the love and memories you made together which will add to the peace God promised. "Joy comes in the morning".

Linda Blackmon and Family

March 14, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

James Giles, Jr

March 13, 2025

Charles and I share fond memories of our working relationship: Charles, salesman for Cameron Barkley and I buyer for General Electric. My condolences to his family and friends.

Kimberly McLaren

March 13, 2025

Mr. Washington taught science at BAS when I was principal there. He was such a wonderful, outstanding teacher who cared about each individual student. He always had a smile and made the best if any situation. He had my utmost respect. As a first year principal, he guided me in how best to approach leading the school. I am grateful for his wisdom and mentoring. I will miss him. My prayers go out to the family. You were blessed with a true treasure of a man.

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2119 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC 29405

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10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

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Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

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4174 Highway 17 North, Awendaw, SC

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