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Lt. Col. Charles Astle Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1916 - 2012 Lt. Col. Charles Astle, 95, of Barboursville, WV, passed away Monday, January 23, 2012. Services will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday, January 28, 2012 at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Pastor Judy Fisher. Graveside services will be conducted Monday, January 30, 2012 in Lakemont Cemetery, Davidsonville, MD. Charles was born June 22, 1916 in Rising Sun, MD to John B. and Lucille McCauley Astle. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Catherine Samson Astle and grandson, David S. Astle. Charles graduated from the University of Maryland in 1939 and enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1943, where he served as a B-29 Flight Engineer. He was active in the Air Force Reserves until he retired in 1976. He was the manager of the Southern States Distribution Center in Huntington from 1948-1976. Charles was active in business and professional organizations and in community projects. He was a past president of the West Virginia and Huntington Chapters of the Reserve Officer Association and of the Barboursville Lions Club. Charles served on the Barboursville City Council and Housing Authority and was a charter member of the Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of the Barboursville First United Methodist Church where he served as a trustee and administrative board member. Charles in survived by two sons, Senator John Astle and daughter-in-law Jayne, and David Astle and daughter-in-law, Sonia; grandchildren, Jay and Brian Astle and Gretchen Wendorf; great-grandchildren, Jason, Sabrina, Ryan and Charlie Astle and Cailin Wendorf. Special thanks to the community of Barboursville for making his life so complete. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to David Astle Endowment, c/o Severn School, 201 Water Street, Severna Park, MD., 21146. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 27, 2012 at the Wallace Funeral Home in Barboursville. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

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There are currently 28 condolences.

LindaTenga Monday August 20, 2012 at 10:33 PM

Dear John and David, Condolences to your family on the loss of your father. John Wesley Astle (1814 - 1893), was my 3rd great grandfather. So glad to see he was a well-respected man of God. Sorry for your loss. Blessings, Linda

Bill and Priscilla Mitchell Friday February 3, 2012 at 4:09 PM

Dear John, Our sympathy is with you and the family on the loss of your Dad, and I'll keep him and you in my prayers on Sunday. Bill Mitchell.

Ned and Donna Shuman Wednesday February 1, 2012 at 12:04 PM

Please accept our condolences on the loss of your Dad.

Roger Rubin and Family Tuesday January 31, 2012 at 5:32 PM

Condolences from the Roger Rubin and family of Annapolis (Friends of Carol Weeks) to Senator Astle and family.

Donna Cross Tuesday January 31, 2012 at 10:40 AM

To the Astle family - I am so sorry for your loss. My late mother was friends with Charlie & Kay from church. I had the pleasure of being in the Lions with Charlie. He will be missed by all who knew him. The City of Barboursville thanks you for sharing him with us!

Ruth Adkins Flint Monday January 30, 2012 at 12:00 AM

John and David, I was just a little girl when you came to the Adkins house on Lee St. I fondly remember your dad and mother (9th grade science!). I consider your dad and many others as those who provided me with the base of my faith. I live in WA state and your mother used to tell me to wave as I flew over Yakima! Ruth Ellen (Adkins) Flint

Bob Sheehan Sunday January 29, 2012 at 10:16 AM

Dear John, Jayne and Family - I was saddened to read about your Dad's passing. I'm sorry I never knew him, but I know you were all proud of him, as I'm sure he was of you and yours. God bless.

Karen and George Kesten Saturday January 28, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Dear Dave and Sonia: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Charlie and know that you will miss him greatly. Our deepest sympathy in your loss. Karen and George Kesten

COLONEL JOHN D ALEXANDER, USMC (Ret) john.alexander2@verizon.net Saturday January 28, 2012 at 10:57 AM

Our heartfelt condolences to you John and your brother David. Interesting that my name is John David and I was born on the same day as your great Dad - June 22nd. "ACE", I HAVE SENT YOU A SEPARATE EMAIL AS WELL. From reading the posted messages, it is very clear that your Dad and Mom were loved and respected by many folks. As sons you can be proud. SEMPER FI, COLONEL ALEXANDER AND GAIL

Barbara MacLeod Saturday January 28, 2012 at 7:10 AM

Condolences to you, John, and your family on the death of your father. You know you were blessed to have him in your life for such a wonderful long time. In my prayers, B

Benita Simpson Friday January 27, 2012 at 7:11 PM

I'm so sorry to hear the passing of my dear friend. He was loved at HIMG. We will miss him. You are in my houghts and prayers. My condolences, Benita Simpson, HIMG

Joyce Stephens-Stull Friday January 27, 2012 at 5:54 PM

John, David and family: I wanted to let the both of you know that I am most sorry for the loss of your father.Both your father and your mother were higly respected citizens of our town.Barboursville will miss them dearly,and of course,the both of you and your families as well.As the Barboursville Junior High secretary,I always enjoyed your parents and their stories.They were so proud of the both of you sons...My Children as well mourn for your loss,for,they really enjoyed knowing the both of your parents.Sincerely,JoyceStephens Stull

Edward B Woolwine, Jr. Friday January 27, 2012 at 4:03 PM

What a loss. I remember him and Kay growing up. I lived across the street from Steele Memorial. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with all of you.

Rosalene Black Friday January 27, 2012 at 3:16 PM

John and David, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have such good memories of your parents. Very dear people. They always had a joke to tell. When I think of them.....I smile....

Libby Arbaugh Morrison Friday January 27, 2012 at 11:40 AM

Sorry to here of his passing. Charlie will be deeply missed. He was always full of life and full of fun at the Barboursville Senior Center. Thoughts and Prayers for the family. -Libby Arbaugh Morrison

Richard McCray rmccray@wvncc.edu Friday January 27, 2012 at 8:17 AM

David and Family Very sorry to learn of your loss. Hope you and yours are doing well. Dick McCray

Samuel (Bo) May, Jr beau42m@comcast.net Thursday January 26, 2012 at 10:47 PM

I would like to express condolences from the May family formerly of Barboursville. I had the late Mrs. Catherine Astle for earth science. I really looked up to the Astle sons while growing up, though not formerly knowing them. I graduated from BHS in 1974. My grandfather Charles operated a Barber shop and my father a dry cleaners in downtown B'ville back in the 1950's. Charlie Astle will be missed, he and his entire family were positive role models for me in my formative years.

elnora perry burns punkey34@gmail.com Thursday January 26, 2012 at 5:44 PM

Im so sorry for your lost CHARLIE was a great person and wonderful neighbor/he was always stopping by to see if he could help us--never met a stranger--he was always there when you needed him-I remember he would always stop and talk to us when he saw us out and would remind me that he remembers when sidewalk was put in and my name engraved in it--i know he is at peace and with his wife he loved so dearly//REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND-you will never be forgotten

David N. Murray & Kathy dmurray22131@cfl.rr.com Thursday January 26, 2012 at 4:23 PM

David & John (Sorry Senator, David gets top billing since we're the same age)Had a chance to thank your parents for helping make B'ville the greatest little town to grow up in and your dad was quick to respond that it still is! I also thanked them for being good sports after the zillion garage windows we broke playing basketball. Union avenue will never be the same but it will NEVER be forgotten. God Bless

Jean and Jim Hosier jchosier@frontier.com Thursday January 26, 2012 at 3:25 PM

Dear John and David, Our condolences to you and your families. Your father carried on valiantly these last few years. He was and is an ispiration to those who knew and loved him. Your parents have left a rich legacy in the village of Barboursville. It was a honor to know them. Blessings to each of you and to your families. Sincerely, Jean and Jim Hosier

Karen Williams Thursday January 26, 2012 at 9:46 AM

We're so sorry to hear of this loss. We will miss Charlie's annual Christmas phone visit. He lived such an amazing life and gave so much to his community and family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers this week. Love, Karen, Doug, and Luke

Charlie Riffe Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 6:00 PM

John and David, Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I remember him and your mother very well from my days growing up when I was a kid in Barboursville, WV. I also remember getting a ride to Marshall University with you and your dad many mornings in your family's VW beetle. Being a poor college student, I couldn't afford my own car and greatly appreciated the free rides. Both of your parents were very nice and I remember them well to this day. My condolences, Charlie Riffe Leesburg, FL

Sue Fizer Shields susiq4143@yahoo.com Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 12:41 PM

John, David and families, was so sorry to hear of your Dad passing. We had such a good visit when I stopped in to see him this fall. Such an enjoyable person, he will be sadly missed. My prayers to each of you and your families.

Loberta Adkins Jude Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 10:44 AM

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was such a fine man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

JAN BOLLMAN LEONARDI Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 10:36 AM

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ASTLE FAMILY. YOUR MOTHER WAS MY FAVORITE TEACHER IS JR. HIGH SCHOOL. AFTER I GRADUATED FROM MARSHALL, I BECAME FRIENDS ALSO WITH CHARLIE. I HAVE SUCH FOND MEMORIES OF YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER COMING TO THE RAMADA FOR THE EVENING DINNER OR BUFFETS. THEY BOTH WERE WONDERFUL FRIENDS. MY THEY REST IN PEACE.

Max Clay, Plano,Texas Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 9:23 AM

Sarah and I would like to express our condolences to John and David and families on the loss of thier father. Charlie and I always had a good relationship and he will really be missed. God be with you always.

DOUG HORNE doug.horne@sscoop.com Wednesday January 25, 2012 at 7:04 AM

Our world has lost a great man. Charlie greeted me with open arms when I came to Huntington in 1992. He always had lots of great wisdom to share to those who would receive it. So sorry for your loss. Doug Horne, Store Manager Southern States Huntington Coop.

Gary & Barbara Carico Tuesday January 24, 2012 at 10:41 PM

David, so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a wonderful person and we always enjoyed talking to him at the Senior Center. Our prayers are with you and your family.

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