Charles W. Headley's Obituary
Mr. Charles W. Headley of Millsboro, DE passed away with his family by his side at the Delaware Hospice Center on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. He was 86 years old.
Charles was born in Georgetown, DE on February 21, 1937, to the late George W. and Elva M. Adams Headley. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister Alice Headley and a great grandson Weston.
He held many jobs over the years. Charles was a US Army Veteran and served in the Delaware National Guard. He was employed by Bell Telephone as a Lineman for about 13 years, Georgetown Police Officer for approximately 6 years and retired from Delmarva Power as an Investigator after 20 years of service. After retirement he worked with his son Matt in construction. He owned and drove racehorses, was a HAM Radio operator, enjoyed country music, John Wayne Westerns, Yankees and Redskins fan as well as a Bill Elliott fan. Charles was outgoing and loved spending time with family and friends.
Charles is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Janice Headley of Millsboro, DE; three children: W. Mark Headley (Joanne), Matt Headley (Cathy), and Lynette Rust (Duane) all of Georgetown, DE. He is also survived by two brothers Walter Headley, George “Junior” Headley and sister Sara Munsell (Karl) all of Georgetown, along with five grandchildren: Christin Scott (Brian), Aaron Headley, Lindsey Headley, Zach Headley, and Colleen Altman (Andrew) as well as two great granddaughters Charlie Ann and Adley. Charles is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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