Dr. Charles Herbert Laney

On the Morning of August 4, 2013, Dr. Charles Herbert Laney ("Chuck"), beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his sleep. He had a heart of gold, lived his life to the fullest, and will be remembered by his family and friends as always putting others before himself.

Chuck was born in Greenwood, MS on January 29, 1949. He spent his early years growing up in the Mississippi Delta. He spent all the time he could in the outdoors. He attended the University of Mississippi, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity serving as Secretary his senior year. He then attended the University of Mississippi School of Medicine followed by Internal Medicine training at UAB in Birmingham, AL and a Nephrology Fellowship at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, TX. He then established a Nephrology practice in Jackson, MS. He dedicated 35 years to the love and care of his patients.

Chuck married the love of his life, Suzan Elaine Turner, on February 15, 1975. His "Curly" spent the next 38 years as his best friend and partner. They had three boys Charles Allen, Bradford Turner, and Lucas Sanford. He always instilled in his family that God and Family come first in life.

Chuck had many hobbies including hunting with his wife and his boys. His favorite hunting spot was in a little Delta town called Bugger Den at Fighting Bayou. He also enjoyed working in his garden and with what would later be known as Chuck's famous bees. "Chuck's bees" soon grew from producing a few jars to filling the entire garage. His beloved Curly even had to step in and help. His other passions included Ole Miss sports, golf, and a good book. No one will ever be able to forget his gourmet, home-cooked meals including Chuck's homemade honey ice cream (the grandchildrens' favorite). He was an active member of Madison United Methodist Church in Madison, MS.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years; his children Cal and Adair, Brad and his fiancé Emily, and Luke; his grandchildren Jackson Turner Laney, Lucille Adair Laney and Reid Johnsten Laney; his mother Ann Miller Gray; his siblings Ann Jeanette Bond, Robert Leighdel Laney, Ronnie Glenn Gray, Gay Gray Moss, and L.A. Gray III; and his numerous nieces and nephews.

The visitation will be held from 4 to 8 pm Tuesday at Wright and Ferguson in Ridgeland and the memorial service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am at Madison United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Madison United Methodist Church.