Charles D. Gholson's Obituary
Decatur-Charles D. Gholson, 75, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at Symphony of Decatur.
Charles was born June 30, 1939 in Mound City, Illinois, the son of Charlie and Charlotte (Dixon) Gholson. He was previously employed with General Motors. Charles enjoyed reading and talking politics.
Charles leaves behind to cherish fond memories his son Michael Gholson, daughters Regina Wilson, Dygina Gholson, Lisa Sadler, Natelaka Gholson, sister Ethel Mitchell, and a host of grandchildren, family, and friends.
Charles was reunited in Heaven with his parents, brother Leroy Gholson, and brother-in-law Sylvester Mitchell.
Cryptside services to celebrate Charles’ life will be 2 p.m. Friday December 19, 2014 at the Pieta Garden Mausoleum in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. prior to the services at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home.
The family of Charles D. Gholson is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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