Charles Wickersham

Charles Lee Wickersham, 75, of Norfolk, Virginia passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Known affectionately as Dad, Grandpa, and Wick to his family and close friends, he was an easygoing, creative, and courageous soul.

Born on January 29, 1951, in Norfolk Virginia, Wick lived a life marked by his love of music and his devotion to others. He proudly served his community for over two decades as a firefighter with the Norfolk Fire Department and retired from Station 11 with great honor as a Fire Captain. Wick was also a dedicated freemason and upheld the tenets of brotherly love, honor, and service to others throughout his lifetime. In addition to his core values, Wick was a vibrant, colorful, and gregarious man who connected with others through music. As an avid musician himself, it is fitting to quote Edward Bulwer-Lytton to say “music, once admitted to the soul, becomes a sort of spirit, and never dies.” Similar to music, Wick’s legacy will never die, as his sense of humor, strength, and eternal optimism continues to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. He is survived by his two daughters, Kimberly Frey and Melissa Swan, his son Charles Wickersham Jr.; and his cherished grandchildren Cory Hendricks, Dylan Frey, Bella Swan, River Swan, and Catherine Wickersham. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude and sympathies to all who share in mourning his passing. A ceremony will be held at Woodlawn Funeral Home in Norfolk, Virginia, on Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. All who knew and loved Wick are warmly invited to attend and honor his memory. To truly embody Wick’s spirit, we encourage all who attend to wear their favorite band t-shirts and come prepared to smile, laugh, and celebrate Wick’s remarkable life.