Charles "Charlie" Robert Pace III

Charles “Charlie” Robert Pace III, a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on May 22, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Charlie was the only child of Charles Robert Pace Jr. and Sybil Chaney Pace. He was raised in Baton Rouge, where he spent the majority of his life. He enjoyed a long career with ExxonMobil before retiring. In the 1970s, he and his mother also established The Educational Center, an educational supply store that served schools and teachers throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas for many years. Charlie was a man of strong opinions and a jack-of-all-trades. Independent and self-reliant, he preferred doing things his own way and was not easily persuaded otherwise. He could build, repair, or figure out just about anything he set his mind to. He had a particular passion for history and genealogy and enjoyed sharing stories, discussing historical events, and tracing the roots of his family. Charlie is survived by his wife, George Ann “Honey” Pace; his children, Beau, Sharyn (Curt), and Chandler; and his stepchildren, Davelynn (Tony), Stacy (Andy), and Gary. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Rochelle (Caleb), Chaney, Hayden, Julia, Jeanne-Marie, Andrew (Adele), Alison (Mikie), James-Gordon, Madison, and Conlan; and his great-grandchildren, Peyton, Beckham, Aiden, and John-Michael. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Robert Pace Jr. and Sybil Chaney Pace, and his first wife, Virginia Lee Pace. Charlie leaves behind a lifetime of memories and family stories to be passed down through generations. He will be remembered for his determination, his love of a good conversation, and the unmistakable personality that made him who he was. The family will honor him privately. No formal funeral or memorial service will be held.