McKENZIE, Charles A. "Charlie" age 80 of Dayton passed away January 17, 2012 at Hospice of Dayton.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Cloma McKenzie and brother-in-laws, Dave Pelphrey and Garry Cantrell.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Darlene McKenzie; sons, Mike (Cressie) and Thomas (Betty); grandchildren, Charlie, Theron, K'Cie "Kenny", Kimberly Burton, Amanda Rachae'l, Amanda Danielle, and Michael; great-grandchildren, Mattie and Gabriel; siblings, James O. (Betty), Phyllis (Jack) Pelphrey, Betty Pelphrey, Donlyn Cantrell, and Gail (Danny) Spradlin; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Charlie served his country in the United States Army. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, and father who will be greatly missed.
The family will receive friends Saturday, January 21, 2012 from 1:00 pm until the time of the memorial service at 2:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home – North, 4104 Needmore Rd. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Hospice of Dayton.