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Obituary For Charles Anthony Sewell, Sr.

MR. CHARLES ANTHONY SEWELL, SR. 65 - Of Tuscaloosa, AL and formally of Calhoun, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020. He was born March 15, 1955 to Willard Sewell and Mamie Louise Reynolds Sewell in Chattanooga, Tn. He was a graduate of Calhoun High School, Class of 1973 and a member of the Christian faith. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, golfing, and grilling. Charles spent his entire life in communications and radio. He started work at the local radio station WEBS in Calhoun, GA. He worked in many genres of radio and his voice was heard in cities throughout the southeast such as Chattanooga, TN, and Dalton, Americus, Columbus, Rome, and Augusta, GA. His final stop was at WMXB 107.3 FM in Tuscaloosa, AL. He was preceded in death by his son, Charles Anthony “Man” Sewell, Jr.

He is survived by his parents, Willard Sewell and Mamie Louise Reynolds Sewell; daughters, Shana (Todd) Moore and Kimberly Sewell; son, James (Carmen) Newman; grandchildren, Andrew and Taylor Sewell, Patrick, Leila, and Jacob Moore, Javin and Calen Wallace, and Carter Newman; great grandchild, Silas Palmer; sister, Barbara Jackson; special uncle, Kent Reynolds (Frankie); special nieces, Kali Smith (DJ), Andrea Jackson, Nevaya, Naomi, and Lainee Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends. Out of respect for Charles’ wishes, the family will not have any formal services. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.

Guest Book

CHARLES,I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND THE MEMORIES WE SHARED.MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY. ANGELIA JOHNSON

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I lost touch with Charles awhile ago....I asked Willie Clayton bout him today....im very sad to hear bout his passing...Our relationship went beyond radio an records....he was a true friend. Rest Well....

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I am totally speechless. To say I'll miss you isn't enough, to say I love you isn't enough,and to say thank you for the memories isn't enough. I love you dearly cousin. Cathy

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So sorry to hear of his passing. I've known him as long as I've lived in Calhoun. Worked with shorty at O'Jay mill years ago.

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Thank you very much my friend for your support and your friendship through the years. It was a pleasure to have known you and call you my hero and my friend. Rest Easy My Brother. Ulysses G Lavender, Jr. Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

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On behalf of the Simmons family, we would like to extend our deepest condolences. You taught me so much and I am forever grateful. It was always a pleasure working with you at WTUG and it was such a sweet surprise having you do the music at my wedding reception. You will be missed.

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CHARLES you will be greatly missed by the Staff of VAN HOOSE and STEELE FUNERAL HOME,TUSCALOOSA,AL. Thanks for all of your support in helping our SUNDAY MORNING RADIO PROGRAMS to be the best in TUSCALOOSA. I will not forget the many Blues & Gospel Conerts that you, Reginald Kennedy and myself produced. "REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER." DANNY R. STEELE,VAN HOOSE and STEELE FUNERAL HOME.

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You all are in my thoughts and Prayers. Stacy Lopes

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PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. LEAN ON JESUS....Edna"Kitty"Aker

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On behalf of Mountain Ridge Baptist Church and the Entire Church Family, we would like to express our sincere condolences to Shana and the entire family. We love you all, and we are praying for strength and courage during this time. Continue to keep the faith. God Bless You All. Dr. Jerry D. Jones Sr., Pastor

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Rest easy Tony you will truly be missed. I will take care of our daughter until we meet again. Much love

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Charles, Tony, Sewell and I got away with more in the 70's than any black and white boys should have back in those days. I could write a book. His family meant a lot to me and still do. He will always be in my heart. What a great friend. Love to all . Mitchell

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condolences to the Sewell family and friends from The Tuscaloosa County Chapter of the NAACP.

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Tony, I will forever remember and cherish the times we shared on this earth. Rest In Peace My Brother. Ron Gilbert

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Rest Easy Charles..Gone to soon... Alice Pritchard

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Tony you always be considered a part of my family. Rest In Peace, God's Got You! Love you Barbara Walden.6

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To the Sewell family, I deeply send out love, support, and many blessings to get through this sadden time. God has a plan and his plan for Mr. Sewell was better fulfilled in heaven than on this troubled earth. You will definitely be missed Mr. Sewell. To my sister Kimberly I love you so much and I will be right by your side through all of this. One day at a time will be our motto. I love you.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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