Charles W. “Charlie” Burchwell age 75 of Lynchburg, Ohio died Friday evening April 23, 2010 at his residence. He was born November 9, 1934 in West Liberty, Kentucky the son of the late John and Isabelle Elam Burchwell. Mr. Burchwell had retired from the Lebanon Correctional Institution as the shift captain with thirty-two years of service. He was a U. S. Air Force Veteran of the Korean War and a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Jean Storie Burchwell whom he had married on August 15, 1952 in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, two daughters, Frances “Libby” (Michael” Whitt of Hillsboro, Kimberly Jean (Tom) Grimme of Loveland, six grandchildren, K. Danielle (James) Meek of Delaware, Ohio, Elizabeth Mae (Kyle) Rich of Alexandria, Kentucky, Bonnie Jean Whitt of Hillsboro, Jessica Ann (Jared) Wilcox of Hilliard, Thomas Charles Grimme of Loveland, Kristin Nicole Grimme of Loveland, one great granddaughter, Riley Kate Meek of Delaware, Ohio, and three sisters, Gladys Williams of London, Ohio, Thelma Sparks of Lebanon and Dorothy Horn of Withamsville, Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters, Gilla Blanton, Stella Burchwell, Wanda Perkins, Opal Sparks, Dollie Sluss and six brothers, Conn, Roy, Obra, Otis, Victor and Dillard Burchwell. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Mike Paraniuk at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 29th at St. Mary Catholic Church in Hillsboro. Burial with military services presented by the Highland County Honor Guard will follow in the Hillsboro Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Turner & Son Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Care Hospice, P. O. Box 123, Wilmington, Ohio 45177.

 

Carol & Dean Cecil
Saturday, April 24, 2010
06:39 PM

We are truly sorry for your family loss. Charlie was a good man, father and husband. He raised two daughters that loved him very much. Although he will be greatly missed, his memories will live on forever through his family, friends and all the people hearts he touched. He suffers no more and rests in peace with the Lord.

Clifford and Darleen Blanton
Sunday, April 25, 2010
07:40 PM

We're saddened for your loss, wish we could have came to the memorial.

Norm Holloway
Monday, April 26, 2010
01:53 PM

My condolences to the family I worked for Charlie for years and hate to hear the bad news .I'm having some health issues myself wish I could attend to pay my respects . You're all in my prayers

Jacqueline (Marshall) King
Monday, April 26, 2010
07:40 PM

I knew Charlie well. I was the second female correctional officer hired and he helped me alot to learn the ways of the institution. Charlie is and has always been there for his friends and family. We will be there on Wednesday to say goodbye to a very dear firend. Jackie (Marshall) and Randy King.

Kathy Jones
Monday, April 26, 2010
08:44 PM

I send my deepest regret for the loss in your family. Remember you are not alone; use your faith to give you strength. God Bless You.

Hugh & Marilyn Elwood
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
12:07 AM

We are truly saddened for your loss. When I think over the past 30 years that I knew Charlie & family I have soo many great memories the times that we were all together, Charlie you made all of us laugh until we cried at your jokes or just the way you could carry on a conversation to make us think how lucky we are to have good friends and families. Charlie you may not be here to talk to us, but if you were, I know that you would want us to stand tall and be strong just like you would be. Charlie you will always be in our hearts and minds. We will miss you very much. Wish we could have made it to the memorial service. May the Lord be with you.

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Michael Sheets
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
09:49 AM

I am very sad to hear this news. Charlie was my supervisor for several years and taught me many things. He had a great sense of humor and always made you laugh. Charlie was a good man who loved his family.

Kristen Ertel
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
12:11 PM

Bonnie, my condolences to you and the rest of the family. The memories of your hospitality with Nick and I will never be forgotten.

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