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Charles “Charlie” Dale Oakes, 73, of Florence, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Charlie was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus, a member of Boone County Rotary Club, and an Honorary Kentucky Colonel. He spent the past 35 years helping with The Bean Bash, a fundraising event for Redwood Schools, BAWAC, New Perceptions, and Special Olympics District 7. In addition, Charlie was well-known in Boone County, KY for his contributions to the community, which included heading the Boone County Softball League for 26 years.
Charlie was born in Peru, IN where he resided until early high school. Moving to Muncie, IN he finished school at Muncie Central High and attended Ball State University for college. Relocated to Florence, KY in 1980 and has been a residence since. Charlie loved life and lived it to the fullest. His passions included Cincinnati Reds and horse racing, while dedicating his life to service of the community and children. His most treasured times were spent with his girls, wife Linda and daughter Nichole. Charlie left a lasting impression on each person that he came into contact with and there was never a person that crossed paths that wasn’t touched by his caring, loving, generous, and charismatic personality.
Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, E.L. and Henrietta Oakes.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 47 years, Linda Oakes (nee Chesterman); his daughter, Nichole (Earl) Oakes-Taylor; his sister, Sue (Bill) Culpepper; his step-mother, Mary Ann Oakes; and his Godson, Adam France.
Charlie also leaves behind his nieces, Ivy (Michael) Fennell and Leslie Sawyer, and his grand-nephew, William Fennell.
Visitation will be on Friday, January 28, 2022 from 3PM-6PM at St. Henry Catholic Church in Erlanger, KY. Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation at 6PM at the church. A private burial will be held at a later date.
The family requires that visitors and guests wear masks due to the on-going COVID-19 Pandemic.
If you are unable to attend, his service will be live-streamed: sthenrychurch.net
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to: The Bean Bash, Inc. 5719 Limaburg Rd. Burlington, KY 41005.
To share a story about Charlie or to leave online condolence, please go to: www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com.
St. Henry Church
3813 Dixie HwyElsmere, KY 41018
Phone: (859) 727-2035
St. Henry Church
3813 Dixie HwyElsmere, KY 41018
Phone: (859) 727-2035
Elm Ridge Cemetery
Address: 4600 W Kilgore Ave Muncie, IN 47304Charles Dale Oakes
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On behalf of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels
On behalf of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, the Order offers its deepest condolences and is proud of a life well lived by Colonel Oakes.
Sherry Crose, Executive Director
Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels
Well respected man.
Thank you Chuck, you left a lot of memories for a lot of people. You treated many of us as family. You will be missed. You was a great man and always be remembered. RIP from one Cobra to another. Prayers for your family.
Greg McIntyre
Deepest sympathy
Linda… my deepest sympathies to you Nichole and extended family… Chuck was an inspiration to us all… Such great character, ability and willingness to share… He will be missed… I am sure he’s getting a girls softball league together in heaven right now… Much love… Charlie Moore
Sorry for you loss
So sorry to hear about the loss of such a great man! He will be greatly missed.
We will miss him!
I am so sorry to hear about Chuck’s passing. He was a great asset to the Bean Bash. Chuck was one of the people I was looking forward to welcoming to the new Turfway Park, I know he’ll be there in spirit.
Condolences to gos family and friends.
to: Linda & Nichole
I’m very sorry for your loss. My time coaching the Kentucky Cobras with Chuck, was of the best times for myself and my daughter Sara. HE was great father and loving husband. Steve H.
Great man and friend
Chuck was one of the most pleasant persons I have ever been associated with. Always positive, never one to take credit for all he did. He certainly made the world a better place. Absolutely one of the good ones. I consider myself fortunate to have known him and count him as a friend. Rest in peace Chuck, you deserve it. Condolences to Linda and the rest of Chuck’s family.
Jim Collins
What a great Fast-Pitch Organizer
Chuck was great at whatever he did. We are one of the families that have been deeply affected by his organizational skills of the Kentucky Cobras. Lauren, Katrina, Alex,Sheila, Mandy, and our daughter Leah were blessed to be included in his teams for a couple of years. I believe they all made friendships that have lasted for years, even until now.
God bless you Chuck, from the Ohio girls. Steve Tufts, Lebanon Ohio
Thing of you…
Nichole-you and your parents have a special place in our memories as good and supportive friends for my sister. Your dad always treated her with love and she enjoyed her softball years with him. Thinking about you and your mom during this difficult time. ❤️
Shana Stewart and family
I’m sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry for your loss while I have not met your dad Nicole I’m sure he was a good man and that what he did before his passing has left a good mark here I wish you didn’t have to go through this
-Adam
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