Rev. Charlie Mac Marlow, age 75, of the Frost Bottom Community of Oliver Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Charlie Mac was born on August 24, 1949, to JD and Rosa Marlow and was raised on Vowell Mountain in Rocky Top, Tennessee. At just 17 years old, was called to preach the Gospel, beginning a 58-year ministry that would bless and guide countless lives. Throughout his ministry, he pastored many churches in the surrounding area. For the past 25 years, Charlie Mac served as the pastor of Schultz Hollow Baptist Church—a congregation he dearly loved.

In addition to his pastoral work, Charlie Mac dedicated over 50 years to the insurance industry. Charlie Mac was also a proud member of the Oliver Springs Masonic Lodge, where he found fellowship and purpose beyond the pulpit.

He was preceded in death by his parents, JD and Rosa Marlow; sisters, Shirley Carter, Aliene Adkins, and Wanda Sue Flynn; nephews, Johnny Carter and Eddie Burton; mother- and father-in-law, Albert and Vaudie Rainey; brothers-in-law, Johnny Flynn and Fred Mason; and nephews, Rylan Glenn and Dawson Harness.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Rebecca Marlow; his great-nephew and son by heart, Wesley Steelman; sisters-in-law, Mary Mason and Ollie Carter; brothers-in-law, Danny and Steve Adkins; special friends, Barbara Massey and Tommy and Bertha Hawkins; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5:00–7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs. The funeral service will begin at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Morgan officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Frost Bottom Cemetery.

Sharp Funeral Home of Oliver Springs is honored to serve the Marlow family during this time of remembrance. www.sharpfh.com.