Born March 10, 1928 in Kerens, TX and passed away peacefully April 12, 2018 in Sandy OR, he was 90. Charlie lived in Moss Landing and the Aromas area for 87 years. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Pauline Whiteman.
They were married in Carson City, Nevada on Feb. 4, 1951. They have two sons, Ray Whiteman and daughter-in-law Bonnie Whiteman of Sandy, OR; and Bruce Whiteman of Sonora, CA. Charlie spent many years with his sons hunting and fishing. He has six granddaughters and 7 great-grandchildren.
Charlie was drafted into the Army during the Korean War in 1950 and returned home 1952. He began his career upon returning from the military as a Teamster and belonged to local 890. He retired from System 99 in 1985. Charlie spent time on road trips in his motor home for years. At home he gardened and had flocks of birds in his yard he fed regularly. Even some wild turkeys dropped by for a visit.
Charlie was active in his church, Harbor Chapel, for more than 45 years and was an usher for 30 of those years. You could always depend on seeing him at the church door every Sunday, greeting everyone and helping anyone who needed it. He never knew a stranger and always engaged in conversation wherever he went. He had a love for good food and Lemon Meringue Pie was his favorite dessert.
Charlie touched the heart of so many people with his prayers and good humor. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Private family graveside services will be held Friday, May 4 in Moss Landing. All friends are welcome to attend Charlie’s memorial Saturday, May 5 at 11 a.m. at Harbor Chapel, 620 Dolan Rd., Moss Landing. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity or to Harbor Chapel in Charlie’s name.
Special thanks to Jim York at Harbor Chapel for leading us through Charlie’s memorial, and his church family for all the support at this difficult time.
