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Charles Whatley Obituary
Charles was born January 20, 1927 in London, England, the son of William and Dorothy (Ware) Whatley. He attended the University of London.
Charles served in the Royal Navy on the HMS Glory during WWII.
Charles married Hilda Costella on June 20, 1948 in Morden, Surrey, England. They immigrated to the United States in 1957. Hilda preceded him in death in 2006.
Charles met Frankie Enfield at a dance and shared eleven years of companionship. They were never apart since the day they met.
He enjoyed golf, dancing, gardening, crossword puzzles, cards, and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a member of Lawrence Country Club for years.
Survivors include his daughters Christine Copp of Lawrence and Janet Christiano of Huntington Beach, CA; son, Marc Whatley of Lawrence; grandchildren Charles Copp, Jessica Collins, Francesca Whatley, and Tony Whatley of Lawrence, and John Christiano and Jennifer Christiano of Austin, TX.
The family will greet friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3 at the mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Van Go Arts, 715 New Jersey St. , Lawrence, KS, 66044, and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Whatley
Richard George
April 20, 2018
So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. He was a good friend and what a dancer. He will be missed.
Warren Seilkopf
April 5, 2018
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Chuck was a beautiful person to know, with the fondest memories
April 3, 2018
Will miss this beautiful couple on the dance floor. My sympathy to Frankie and Charles families.
John McUmber
April 2, 2018
Sorry for your loss. Chuck was a great man to deal with in business and out.
Shelley MacDonald
April 2, 2018
Uncle Charlie was the best and will truly be missed!! I have many good memories of getting together with the Whatleys over the years. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all
Shelley
Greg Gardner
April 2, 2018
Condolences to the family, Charles was a good man. Many great memories, Peace.
Dareld & Martha Albright
April 1, 2018
Our Sincere Sympathy to the Whatley Family and Frankie at this time of Great Sorrow.
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