Age 95, Stanley, Va.
Charles Lionel Price, 95, of Stanley, died on Saturday, May 22, 2021. He was born May 18, 1926 in Page County and was the son of the late Andrew Dewey Price and Julia Griffith Price.
In addition to his mom and dad, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Janie Elizabeth Price; a sister, Elizabeth Sinclair; and two brothers, Albert Price, Avery Price.
Charles was a member of Newport Church of the Brethren in Shenandoah. He served in United States Navy during WWII. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, cornhole, gardening, and pitching horseshoes; horseshoes were his favorite. He was the state champion horseshoe pitcher in 1969. He was also in the World Horseshoe Pitchers Hall of Fame.
On October 27, 1951 he married Hilda Mae Price; who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by son, Timmy Price and wife, Kim of Stanley; two grandsons, Joshua Price and fiancé, Nikki Pence of Shenandoah, Matthew Price and girlfriend, Taylor Stoneberger of Stanley; great granddaughter, Olivia Price of Shenandoah; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Newport Church of the Brethren in Shenandoah with Pastor Duane Painter officiating. Burial to follow at the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Stanley Fire Department, 190 E Main St, Stanley, VA 22851
Facial coverings and social distancing will be required for the health of others.
Arrangements are being handled by Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton, Va.
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