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Charles Person Obituary

PERSON, Charles

Age 82, of Atlanta, GA, passed January 8, 2025. Funeral Service Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 12 PM, Ebenezer Bpt. Church. Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jan. 17, 2025.

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Janelle Almendis

February 2, 2025

May he be remembered. May your hearts be comforted by God's grace. Philippians 4:6-7!

The Staff of Willie A. Watkins, Inc.

January 24, 2025

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

Mark Leslie

January 22, 2025

Charlie was a trusted friend and advisor. Rest in Eternal Peace until we meet again in Paradise.

Lynne Cheney

January 21, 2025

I met Mr Person about 13years ago. He was a lovely, smart caring man. Open to new ideas for sadly age old problems. A true hero and patriot. You will be missed beyond measure. Rest well. You lived an exemplary and extraordinary life. Well done.

Tony Spirito

January 20, 2025

Jane ward

January 19, 2025

I didn´t know Mr. person however after reading about his bravery, I felt I needed to write to his family to say" thank you" for his bravery. I would like to say I would have joined him on the bus to Birmingham, however I think I would have been to frightened. Thank goodness he was determined to right the wrong. Sincerely, Jane Ward

Tatiana Durbak

January 15, 2025

I learned about the Freedom Riders during "Current Events" in social studies class. I admired all of them. Even if Mr. Person had done nothing more in his life, his participation in those rides is a great deed that did much good and inspired many of us to get involved, at least in some way in the fight for racial justice. Thank you, Mr. Person for what you did.

Jonile Fields

January 15, 2025

I will always remember how he cared for my son which is his great nephew. He always shared his books with him to include a Tshirt that my son proudly wore. He will definitely be missed. Thankful for his many WORKS...He will NEVER be forgotten.

Gwendolyn Brown

January 15, 2025

I am sad to read of Charles's death. It was an honor to visit him & his wife at their home, their church & hear him speak at a Howard Alumni Breakfast. My deepest condolences goes out to Mrs Person & the entire family Person family. May your legacy live on.

C Wynn

January 14, 2025

Thank you for your bravery! God bless the family during this sad time. Keep his legacy alive!

RB

January 14, 2025

A great activist that worked so hard to help others. His dedication has helped so many and was very much appreciated. Heartfelt condolences to the Person family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all.

Carolyn B Buckle

January 14, 2025

Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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