It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deacon Charles Prince Pelham Jr.

Charles Prince Pelham, Jr., 66, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Born April 10, 1959, he was a graduate of Rickards High School, Florida A&M University, a proud member of the Marching 100 and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

Charles leaves to cherish his memory, Carolyn Franklin; Valdrada Grissom (Keith); Colvis Williams; Carlton Williams; Cecilia Thompson (Troy); and most tenderly, the children who brought him immeasurable joy—Jordan Williams, who lovingly called him “GBoo” or Grandpa, and Troy “Trae” Thompson, III. He was also cherished by the Ervin family of Philadelphia.

Public viewing Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 12 (Noon) to 6:00 P.M. at Strong & Jones Funeral Home.

Homegoing Service Friday, October 10, 2025, 12 (Noon) at Tabernacle M.B. Church, 615 Tuskegee St.,Tallahassee, FL 32305. Interment Greenwood Cemetery.

On behalf of the staff and management of Strong & Jones Funeral Home, Inc., we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Deacon Charles Prince Pelham Jr.