Mr. Charles Kitchens

Charles Gilbert Kitchens, a life-long resident of Parrish Alabama is rejoicing in the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ today. He passed from this life September 4, 2014, at the age of 95. He was born September 22, 1918, the son of Wiley Leander Kitchens and Emily Birdie Kitchens. Visitation will be at Kilgore-Green Funeral Home, Saturday, September 6, 2014 from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM. Burial at Walker Memory Gardens. Elder Charles Herbert Kitchens officiating. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers; Lecil Kitchens, Elmer Kitchens (Elma), Tally (Sue), Furn (Arleen); sisters; Irene Denson (Bob), Glean Brown (A.J.), Vera Dombhart (Jack), Alva Alexander (Roy), and Mary Gardner (Bob), and great-grandson Kent Aday. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Hazel Smith Kitchens; 4 cherished children; son David Kitchens (Kay) of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; daughters, Melinda Blair (Tom) of Vestavia Hills, Alabama; Lauretta (Tony) and, Sharon Wouters of Jasper, Alabama, 11 beloved grand children, Beth Blair Stevenson (Mark and 3 children), Aimee Kitchens Aday (Ken and 4 children), Rebecca Blair Black (Phil and 3 children), Greg Kitchens(Kelli and 2 children), Laurel Price Jacobs (Greg and 3 children), Brett Price (Morgan and 1 child), Riley Blair(Caroline and 2 children),Blaire Wouters, Charles Lee Wouters, Brian Price, Austin Wouters and many treasured nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and friends. Mr. Kitchens honorably served his country in World War II as an Army scout in the Pacific Campaign, earning the Silver Star for outstanding bravery in combat. He remained a loyal patriot to his country all his life. Mr. Kitchens was a farmer and water-well driller. He actively participated in his community with many years of service through the Soil Conservation Association, Farmers Federation Committee, Surface Mining Reclamation, Parrish Lions Club, Alabama Forestry Service, and Alabama Dairyman’s Association. He was also a life-long participant in Sacred Harp Singing. He was an active dedicated member and deacon of Zion Rest Primitive Baptist Church, for 73 years. For anyone who met Charles Kitchens, especially those who were in his company frequently, it was well known that his greatest love was sharing the wonders of the Savior Jesus Christ in the events of his long and blessed life, and the treasures of God’s Holy Word. His personal desire was that all God’s people give all glory and honor to Jesus Christ alone for the blessings of daily life and eternal salvation. After his experiences in WWII, his desire was to share what Christ has done for us, what Christ is doing for us, what Christ will do for us, and what we should do about it, with all we meet. After he was 80 years old he memorized yet another scripture, II Timothy 1:8-14, which begins:”Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord….” Mr. Kitchens was not ashamed. He will be fondly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Zion Rest Primitive Baptist Church, 1304 Viking Drive Jasper, AL 35501. You may register online at www.kilgoregreenfuneralhome.com