15th of October, 2026 at the age 81.
Charles was a proud native Houstonian who attended Stephen F.
Austin High School. He was a member of Austin High’s 1964 Texas Class 4A State Championship basketball team.
He went on to graduate from the University of Houston with a B.A. in Business in 1970.Following college, Charles served as an officer with the Houston Police Department from 1969 - 1973 before beginning his business career. In 1978, he founded Innovative Office Supply, which became an important part of his business life.
A lifelong sports enthusiast, Charles was a devoted fan of his
hometown teams, the Houston Texans, Rockets, and Astros. He was also a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, reflecting his enduring connection to the city he proudly called home.
Charles (Charlie) enjoyed a large circle of close friends. He
treasured his friendships and enjoyed regular lunches or dinners sharing stories, laughter and the everyday moments that kept them connected. Family was also an important part of his life, and he was part of a large extended family spanning three generations of cousins.
He will be remembered for the friendships he cherished, the connections he maintained, and the many memories shared with family and friends.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Thornwell Charles
Cheatham and Lois Elliott Cheatham.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 12:30
p.m., followed by a service at 1:00 p.m. at Forest Park Lawndale Chapel in Houston, Texas.
Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m.
Charles will be remembered with affection by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him
