Charles Elliott Thorpe Jr.

August 20, 1932 - July 22, 2020

Charles "Creeper" E. Thorpe, Jr. of West Point, VA, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, transitioned into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Gilchrist Thorpe; son, Charles “Duke” Thorpe, III; granddaughter, Jessica Thorpe and brother, David Thorpe. Charles was a dedicated Chesapeake Corporation employee for over 40 years. He was also a faithful and dedicated Trustee of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church for 40 years. In addition to his love and loyalty to family, Charles was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins and the Los Angeles Lakers. On any given game night, he could be found sitting in his favorite reclining chair watching (or being watched by) the game. His tall, strong, yet gentle presence will be missed by his family, friends and the community. Charles leaves to cherish his memory, wife, Jeanette Thorpe; daughters, Claudette Canady and Lisa Jones; step son, Oscar “Trey” Hopkins; daughter in law, Anise Thorpe; son in law, Walter Jones and brother in law, Taziel Wallace. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.