Charles A. King

Charles was born on September 29, 1946, in Schenectady, New York, to Anna M. Sisson King.

Charles proudly served his country and community throughout his life. While still in high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he received his GED and went on to serve during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged as a decorated combat medic, carrying with him a lifelong sense of duty, courage, and compassion for others.

After returning from Vietnam, Charles met and married the love of his life, Terry D. King (Nana) of Peoria Illinois, in 1967. Together they built a strong and loving marriage and raised two children. Charles worked at Oberlander Electric in Peoria, Illinois. He later continued his dedication to public service as a police officer for Bartonville PD, in Bartonville, Illinois, where he was honored with the Officer of the Year award in recognition of his integrity, commitment, and service to his community.

In 1984, Charles and his family moved to Oneonta, New York, where he continued building a life centered on hard work, family, and steadfast values. He went to work for SE Nichols as head of security for over 10+ years.

Above all, Charles (Pop) was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a loving grandfather to their three grandchildren. His greatest joy came from time spent with his family, whose lives were enriched by his strength, guidance, humor, and unwavering support.

Charles (Pop) is survived by his Wife of 58 years, Terry D. King (Nana); his daughter Amber M. King and her cherished dog Izzy, his three grandchildren; Joshua R. Barton(Budmiester) and girlfriend Carissa Braun, Justin J. Barton(Puker), and Kayla N. King(Darlin). His brothers Ernest (Butch) & Linda Burgher and their two children, Pepe L. & Terri Burgher and there 3 children. Also, many nieces, nephews, and chosen friends that became family. He had a very special second family, Mike & Carolin Campbell, their two daughters and their families.

He was preceded in death by his Son; Charles A. King Jr, his mother Anna M. Sisson /King, his brothers Alton (Pete) Burgher, Dominic Joseph Burgher, and Anthony James Burgher, The family cherished dog, Buddy.

Charles will be remembered for his bravery, his strong character, his quiet strength, and his deep love for those closest to him. His legacy of service and devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Pop had a special way of parting — he never said goodbye. Instead, he would always say “later,” because he believed that goodbye was he would never see you again. To him, “later” meant faith, hope, and the certainty that we would see one another again.

His words will stay with us, just as his love will. And so, in his honor, we do not say goodbye — we simply say, later.

At his request, there will be no service. We ask that you remember him in your own special way.

Arrangements are by the Bookhout Funeral Home of Oneonta.

Please visit www.bookhoutfh.com to leave a condolence or memory for the family.