He was a retired businessman, talented artist and a disable Army Veteran who served in the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his loving wife Dianne, his children Dustin Patterson, Cindy Peters and Chip Patterson, grandchildren Ashley, Dylan, and Derek Peters, along with Shaylee, Evelyn, Lilly and Alannah Patterson. He is also leaving behind his beloved sisters Evelyn Sharpe and Joan Kosola, and his brother and best friend Howard Patterson. There are numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will all cherish, love and miss Charles.
Military honors will be held at 1:30pm on January 8, 2019 at the West Palm Beach National Cemetery.