Charles Edward Hatcher of Holiday Island, Ark., was born on December 10, 1946, in Eureka Springs to Frank and Juanita (Shouse) Hatcher. Charles passed away January 18, 2023, in Bentonville at age 76.
Charles was a well decorated combat Vietnam veteran serving our country where he received two Purple Hearts. He loved nature and the outdoors. Charles liked gunsmithing, shooting rifles, hunting, hiking, fishing, and camping.
Charles is survived by his children Carl Hatcher, Roseann Camp and husband, Brian, of Joplin, Mo.; grandchildren Autumn, Sierra and Briar Camp; cousin Shirley Evans of Elk Ranch, Ark.; along with several friends.
He is preceded by his parents Frank and Juanita Hatcher; long life partner Karen Hatcher; brothers Emmitt Hatcher and Arthur Hatcher; and sister, Nancy Grigg.
Funeral service was Monday, January 23, 2023, at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs with Bro. Rick Nixon officiating. Interment followed at the Eureka Springs Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to nelsonfuneral.com.
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