Charles "Charlie" Edward Whitehead

April 23, 1933 - January 27, 2021

Charles “Charlie” Edward Whitehead, 87, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at his home. A 11:00 a.m. graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Charlie was born in Greenville, SC on April 23, 1933, to the late Clarence and Wille Whitehead. He worked in textiles most of his life and was a member of the United Methodist Church of Jamestown. Charlie was a very friendly, outgoing man who loved sports, especially playing golf. He also enjoyed traveling. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Ann Joyce Whitehead; his daughter, Nancy Whitehead; and his brothers, Ray, Frank, and Clarence Whitehead. He is survived by his brother, Billy Whitehead (Flossie) of Greenville, SC; and his sister-in-law, Wanda Jackson (Jack) of Fairfax Station, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Western Carolina Chapter, 4600 Park Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209. Ray Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Charlie Whitehead and all are invited to share memories or offer condolences at www.rayfuneralhome.com.