Charlie loved spending time with his navy buddies, was an avid golfer, and a NASCAR fan.
He is survived by his wife Tomomi, his son Nicholas, and his dog Kuma, all of VA Beach; his parents Charles Sr, and Judy Brown, of New Bern; his sister Emily Long and Brother-in-law, Johnny, and two nieces, Kaleigh and Rachel of Newport, NC.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 29th, 2015 at 2:00pm at Cotten Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at a later time.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charles’ honor to Disabled American Veterans, 3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076.
Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory