VAN GOOR, Charles Thomas, Jr., 68, of Ashland, passed away on January 14, 2015. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen K. Van Goor and his father, Charles T. Van Goor, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Carol H. Van Goor; his daughter, Faith Ellen Van Goor; and his sister, Martha Pratt. Charles was a commercial artist for Norvell Sign Co. He was a member of Duncan Memorial UMC. Charles played the harmonica in the Duncan Memorial Church Jolt Service Band. He used his creative artistic talents in many ways including drawing portraits, courtroom artist, charity event logos, theatre scenery, caricatures, misc. signage, and landscapes. The family will receive friends from 3-5pm & 6-8pm on Friday, February 20, 2015 at the Nelsen Funeral Home-Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA 23005. A memorial service will be held at 3pm on Sunday, February 22, 2015 at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church . The family asks that you bring a print of Mr. Van Goor’s to share at the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions out to the music department at Duncan Memorial UMC. Please bring to the service any artwork that Charlie has done-original or prints that you may have. Online condolences can be made at www.nelsenashland.com.
