Charles Olin Redman's Obituary
Charles Olin Redman, age 83, of Pinckneyville, IL, formerly of DuQuoin, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 9:22 a.m. in his residence. Charles was born on October 23, 1924 in West Frankfort, IL, a son to Gilbert and Ruby (Blackburn) Redman. On November 25, 1942 he married Lucy E. Neal in Perryville, MO and she preceded him in death on September 9, 1992. Charles was a World War II veteran serving in the United States Army. He worked at DuQuoin Packing Company for over 27 years and retired as a coal miner. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, DuQuoin, IL. Charles loved fishing and assembling model cars. Survivors include his children: Charles D. (Barbara) Redman of Moorpark, CA, Sandra Redman of Pinckneyville, IL , Connie (Mark) Stutes of Pinckneyville, IL, Linda (Don) Martin of Camarillo, CA, and Bonnie Dettman of DuQuoin, IL, a sister: Norma Tyler of Paso Robles, CA, a sister-in-law: Shirley Hemmer of DuQuoin, IL, ten grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, wife, a granddaughter: Dawn Mitchell Vancil, and one brother: Gilbert Redman At Charles request, he will be cremated and there will be no services. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park, DuQuoin, IL. Pyatt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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