Charles Edward Price was born Oct. 28, 1943, in Sparta, to Obie Clure and Mattie Ruth Jones Price.
Charles was a good son, a wonderful brother, an awesome friend, a loving husband, a dedicated father, a devoted grandfather, a humble role model, but, most importantly, Charles was dedicated to the Lord and to living a humble, honest life. He showed his love for Christ by showing unconditional love to everyone he met.
Charles’ passions included singing, cars, his family, and babysitting his grandchildren. He was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church where he served as secretary and treasurer for 40 years. He was always ready to lend a helping hand at church.
Charles was employed by Thomas Industries for more than 41 years and retired in 2005.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers-in-law, Willie Steele, Fred Campbell; and a niece, Audrey Michelle Steele.
Charles’ pride and joy is his family.
Charles is survived by the love of his life of 50 years, Thelma Wilson Price; one son, Corey Price and wife Nicole; one grandson, Collin; and one granddaughter, Torey, all of Sparta; brother, Earl (Kathy) Price, of Sparta; and sisters, Barbara Jean Steele, of Cookeville, Wilma Campbell and Carolyn (Tom) McDowell, all of Sparta.
Funeral service was 11 a.m., Dec. 20, 2024, at Dyer Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home, with burial in Saylors Cemetery, in White County. Bro. Clayton Lee Jr., Bro. Danny Bandy, and Bro. Seth Price officiated.
Our lives have been touched by Charles’ humility, honesty, love for people, and his dedication to his family. He will truly be missed. Today we celebrate Charles Price’s life. "I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race and have kept the faith. (2 Timothy 4:7)"
A special thanks to Hospice of Tennessee, Sarah Morrow, and Sarah Grissom.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ozion Free Will Baptist Church, 9267 Austin Bottom Rd., Baxter, Tennessee 38544.
Dyer Chapel Hooper-Huddleston and Horner was in charge of arrangements.
