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Saunders, Charles R.Saturday, May 19, 2007
Charles Richard Saunders “Charlie”, 71, of Hopewell died Saturday, May 19, 2007. He was a graduate from the University of Richmond and received his Masters of Education from the College of William & Mary. Mr. Saunders retired as Principal of L.L. Beazley Elementary School in 1991 and continued to work for the Prince George School System as a consultant and teacher recruiter. He was currently employed by Longwood University as a Supervisor of Student Teachers. Mr. Saunders was also a retired Colonel in the U.S Army Reserves and a member of First Baptist Church in Hopewell. He is survived by his wife Carol S. Saunders; a son Ricky Saunders and wife Karen; a daughter Sandra S. Coutler and husband Chris; his mother Beulah Saunders; four grandchildren Andrew and Michael Saunders, Brett and Ryan Coulter; and four siblings Christine S. Hosea, Glenn W. Saunders, Jr., Maxine S. Williams, and J. Larry Saunders. The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 22nd at the J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service Hopewell Chapel from 6 to 8 PM. A funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church on Wednesday at 11am with Rev. Ken Hendricks officiating. Entombment will follow in Bermuda Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions be made to Woodlawn Christian School, 6764 Billy Williams Memorial Dr, Prince George, VA, 23875. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com Condolences
Mrs. Saunders, Im not sure if you remember me or not, but i'm Carlton Webb's daughter. You were one of my kindergarden teachers at Woodlawn. Anyways, my dad and I heard about Mr. Saunders and we wanted to express how sorry we were. You were and still are one of my very favorite teachers. I wish all the best to you and yours. peace&love, Staci Webb Posted by: Staci Webb at June 4, 2007 10:05 AMDear Mrs. Saunders and family, Dear Cookie & family, Sandra, May God give you strength to bear this loss, You are like a sister to me. I love you and am here for you always. Love, Dynette Dear Sandra, Chris,and family, may God be with you during this difficult time. Losing one we love unexpectedly is so hard. However, our faith allows us the knowledge that God takes home those He has found ready to join Him. Your dad is with our nephew Michael enjoying the joy of heaven. To feel God's embrace is the ultimate gift. Your dad is no doubt experiencing that today. You are in our prayers. Please let us know if you need anything. Love, the Hon's Posted by: Dianne, John, Ash & Pat Hon at May 23, 2007 09:54 PMCookie, Sincere sympathy, Dear Cookie, Cookie, Sandra, Chris and Family, Sandra and family, we are all so sadened by your loss. Although we didn't know your father, we know what a great job he did in raising a awesome daughter and friend. I pray that your wonderful memories of your father will comfort you. God instilled resilience and strength in your hearts and I hope that this will also provide some comfort. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you or your family. Sandra, We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Posted by: The Noguez Family at May 22, 2007 09:10 AMWords cannot express what your husband and Father meant to so many of us at Prince George High School during the 60's. He was a rare individual: kind, considerate , gentle and yet very competitive. He was a second Father to many of us and I can honestly say was one of those rare people you use for a guidepost for your entire life. He touched many lives and made us all better people for having known him. I will never forget him and will forever hold him in my heart. He loved his family, his country and his fellow man. Coach Charlie Saunders was a man in every sense of the word. Bill Wall '65 Posted by: Bill Wall at May 21, 2007 10:01 PMSORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS.I WENT TO BEAZLEY WHEN MR.SAUNDERS WAS PRINCIPAL IN 1967-1969 . HE WILL BE MISSED. Sandra and family, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Cathy,Gus and family Posted by: Cathy Campbell at May 21, 2007 06:18 PMCookie, Sandra & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. God Bless you and comfort you. Tim McDonald & Family Posted by: Tim McDonald & Family at May 21, 2007 03:11 PMI really enjoyed working with Mr. Saunders while completing my first Practicum through Longwood University. He shared with me stories about education that led me to have the confidence necessary to be a classroom teacher. My thought and wishes go out to his family at this time of loss. He will be missed. Posted by: Magan Watson at May 21, 2007 01:57 PMMay God bless you during this time of grief. Remember: "We grieve not as those who have no hope." We wanted to express our sadness at your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. "Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. " Joshua 1:9 Posted by: Ronnie, Wesley & Christine Gillam at May 21, 2007 11:37 AMI enjoyed working with Mr. Saunder through the Prince George School system. Also, Ricky and I went to Radford together and it was always nice to have that connection and see him light up when he talked about Ricky and his accomplishments. Mr. Saunders was always a gentleman and make other around him at ease. I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Posted by: Beth Flory Markwood at May 21, 2007 10:20 AM |
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