Charles J. Arledge

Charles J. Arledge Charlie Joe, age 76, went to his heavenly home on Friday, June 28, 2024. To know Charlie Joe was to love him. He was a known hugger and he liked to greet you with a kiss on the cheek. Charlie Joe was known for his tenderheartedness and was always prepared for a joke. He was a big jokester, and he knew just how to put a smile on your face. After high school, Charlie Joe attended New Orleans Instruments and Electronics school where he earned his degree. Later in life Charlie Joe used this degree in the Coast Guard, where he served his country in the Vietnam War. In his free time, Charlie Joe enjoyed boating and fishing. He received his Captain’s license and loved spending time on the water and making hoop nets. He was a volunteer alligator hunter with Louisiana’s Wildlife and Fisheries for 20+ years. Charlie Joe’s accomplishments were recognized in an article published in the Los Angeles times. Above all else, Charlie Joe was an amazing father and an even better “Pop.” From attending every baseball and softball game to never missing a singing performance, Poppie always showed up with full support. He loved to teach his grandchildren new things, and always took the blame for their mischief. Charlie Joe will be forever cherished in the memories of all who knew and loved him. He will never be forgotten. Charlie Joe is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Margaret Arledge; sons, Barry (Lisa) and Chad (Amy); daughter, Michelle (Kris); Grandkids, Morgan (Cody), Adryanna, Easton, Kenley, Cort, and Landry; siblings, Harry (Patty) and Tommy (Pat); Sister in Law, Gloria; dear relative, Ann (Rocky); life-long friends, JL Cutrer and Mike Fuentes; and numerous nieces and nephews. Charlie Joe is preceded in death by his parents, RJ and Nettie Mae Arledge and his in-laws, Sidney and Helen McMorris. Pallbearers will be Jacob Arledge, Randall Brewster, Lonnie Watts, Shane Collins, Randy Dufrene, Todd Nesom with Honorary Pallbearers being JL Cutrer and Mike Fuentes. Pastor Bryan Gunter and Pastor Leo Miller will be officiating the services. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at The First Baptist Church of Livingston on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until the start of the Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m. Interment to follow in Hiram Stafford Cemetery in Livingston with Military Honors to be rendered.

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Charles J. Arledge

July 14, 1947 - June 28, 2024