Charles L. Mathews

Charles L. "Chuck" Mathews, age 78 , of Beavercreek, passed away on May 4, 2024, with his loving family by his side. He was born in New London, Connecticut, on April 5, 1946, the son of the late Charles and Arlene Mathews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his beloved wife of 54 years, Candace Mathews.

Chuck is survived by his loving children, Dawn Delpico, Michael (Maureen) Mathews and Michelle (Richard) Dunbar; grandchildren, Haley Delpico, Dominick Delpico, Connor Mathews, Zachary Mathews, Caleb Dunbar, Joshua Dunbar and Isaiah Dunbar; and brother-in-law, Robert Campbell.

Chuck retired from Dayton Daily News/Cox Media. He was an Eagle Scout and went on to become a Scout Master for many years. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, boxing at the YMCA, model railroading, photography and riding his Harley Davidson. He was also a percussionist and was a member of the Ohio State University Marching Band in his younger years. Another hobby of Chuck's was competing with his Australian Shepherds in AKC events and Agility Competitions. Chuck was highly intelligent and a very hardworking man. He was always there for his family and those he loved. He never met a stranger and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Following with Chuck's wishes, there will be no services held.

Donations may be made in his memory to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Center for Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders, 480 Medical Center Drive, Davis Medical Research Building, Columbus, OH 43210.

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"God took the strength of a mountain,
the majesty of a tree.
The warmth of a summer sun,
the calm of a quiet sea.
The generous soul of nature,
the comforting arm of night.
The wisdom of the ages,
the power of the eagle's flight.
Then God combined these qualities,
there was nothing more to add.
His masterpiece was now complete,
He lovingly called it, Dad."