Charles Strayer, age 68, was born on March 5, 1956 to Charles and Pauline Strayer in Hamilton, OH and passed away on May 8, 2024 in Crossville, TN.

Charles loved messing around with Remote Control Cars and spending time with his family. He would always talk to anyone and everyone and never met a stranger. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Ann (Hawn) Strayer; children Carolyn “Shelly” Reed, Adam (Michelle) Strayer, and Clifton (Nina) Strayer; grandchildren- Kristi (Sebastian) Browne, Courtney Reed, Cade Reed, Emily Strayer, Allison Strayer, Taylor Strayer, Ellie Strayer, and River Strayer; and siblings Brian (Noreen) Strayer, Stephen (Breda) Strayer, Carol (John) Maloney, and Joan Strayer.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents Charles L. and Pauline (White) Strayer; and brother Greg Strayer.

Services will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4-7pm, with the service to follow at 7pm, Bro. Adam Strayer officiating.