Charles J. Estes

Charles Estes

Age 83

Of Harrogate

Harrogate, TN- Charles Estes Jr. age 83 of Harrogate, passed away Friday April 27, 2012 at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center in Knoxville, TN with his family by his side. Employed by Middlesboro Coca Cola Company for 43 years, he loved being at the flea market on weekends trading knives and guns.

He was preceded in death by his granddaughter Tracy Estes. Survivors include his wife of 50 years Ruby Estes: Children: Betty (Keith Ferris, Janice (JW) Fortenberry, Bill Estes, Jack Estes, Mary Ann (Fred) Earle, David (Paula) Estes, Lisa Cowan, Brenda (Anthony) Belcher, Charlotte (David) Ray, 16 Grandchildren, 21 Great-Grandchildren, 4 Great-Great Grandchildren and special caregiver Whitney Brock.

Services will be held Sunday April 29, 2012 at 3:00pm at Reece Valley Chapel with Rev. Gary Bingham officiating. Special Music by Dewey Gilbert Jr.

Visitation will be held prior to the services from 2:00pm until 3:00pm Sunday at Reece Valley Chapel. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Reece Funeral Home and Valley Chapel. www.reecefh.com or 869-3651.