Mr. Charles ''Charlie'' Durward Horne, Sr.

BATTLEBORO – Charles “Charlie” Durward Horne, Sr, age 96, went to his heavenly home on July 22, 2026. Born in Duplin County, NC on March 31, 1930, he was the son of the late Cyrus C. and Nettie R. Horne. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Sue Scruggs Horne, his brother, Earl Franklin Horne and sister Ronnie Yancey.

After graduating from Richlands High School, Charlie went to work for Poole’s Frozen Foods and later became a territorial manager for Kraft-Seaboard Foods. After his retirement, he worked part time for the Nash County ABC Board but found his favorite part time job working for Bruce Smith at Smith’s Red and White. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and spending time with family and meeting with friends at the Rocky Mount Elks Lodge and Harker’s Island. His most recent favorite activity was restoring and riding around the yard on his Allis-Chalmer G tractor.

Charlie is survived by his children, Peggy Williams (Al), Ramona Whaley (Harvey), Wanda Gold (Mack), Polly Sanderson (Billy), and Chuck Horne (Robin). 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson, special friend, Lillian Smith, extended family and many dear friends. A favorite sign on his desk read “Ain’t gonna worry about that anymore” so rest easy Charlie Horne “until next time!”

A Graveside Service to celebrate Charlie’s life will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park, 4454 Dortches Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Rev. Harvey Whaley officiating. Burial of Cremains will take place at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.

The family will receive family and friends at the Battleboro United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 229 East Battleboro Ave., Battleboro, NC following the graveside service for food and refreshments from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Charlie’s memory to the American Legion Post 58/HVAC Fund. 2731 N. Church St, Rocky Mount NC 27804.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.  You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.