of Mabelvale, AR
January 16, 1943 - August 17, 2020
Charles Eugene Pinkerton, of Mabelvale, lived 77 full years on this earth and died August 17, 2020. He was born January 16, 1943, to Jack and Lilly Pinkerton. When Charles was 18, he joined the army and stationed abroad in Berlin, Germany to serve his country during the Cold War. He loved sharing his precious memories and helping others. After his journey with the military Charles continued serving others as a firefighter for 35 years. He retired as Captain of the Little Rock Fire Department at Station 18. Charles was very proud and honored when the city gave him an award for refusing to stop CPR after others had given up. He and his team as a result, saved a life. Charles was a good neighbor and the first one to lend a helping hand. He loved to spend his time on new projects; inventing things while working with his hands was his passion and his gift. If it was broken, Charles could fix it. He loved racing motorcycles until he was unable to do so. Charles coached other firefighters in national competitions, developed a love for classic cars and enjoyed his membership in the British Motoring Club of Arkansas. He worked very hard to provide for his family, who were his pride and joy.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Bryan Pinkerton; and his brother, Jerry Pinkerton. He is survived by his loving and supporting wife, Betty; daughter, Stacey Pinkerton; son in law, William Cortvriendt; daughter in law, Shannon Pinkerton; his grandchildren, Hana Bou; Jacob (Sara) Pinkerton; Mackenzie Pinkerton; his sisters, Paulette Walker, Lillian Young, Judy Wells, Marlene Walker, and Darlene Riddling.
Visitation will be held from 5:30 7:30 pm, Monday, August 24, 2020, at Roller Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30. Funeral services will follow at 10 am, Tuesday, August 25, 2020, in the chapel of Roller Drummond with Pastor George Yarberry officiating. Burial will be at Wood Family Cemetery, 13415 Dykes Road. To comply with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines the visitation and funeral service will be limited to 60 people in the building at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks, and practice social distancing of 6 feet.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made in Charles's name to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Although we never had the privilege of meeting your beloved Father, there is no doubt his passing will be a great loss to all who knew him.
With deepest sympathy,
Harlan and Janice
We knew Charles as a member to the British Motoring Club of Arkansas. He rarely missed a meeting. He was at the August 4th meeting and was so looking forward to having the back surgery as it would take care of the pain he was experiencing.
Such a tragedy. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers for Betty and family.
To the Pinkerton Family...
My most sincere condolences to the families during the time.
We will keep you in our Prayers.
Love,
Angela Ellis and the Dokes Family
Betty, Paulette & Family:
I am very sorry to hear of Charles Passing. I knew Charles from Fuller High School. In recent years I had the opportunity
to see Charles, Betty & Paulette at our high school reunions.
I enjoyed visiting with all but especially enjoyed listening to
Charles as he told us stories of visiting his daughter and talking about his adventures of life.The teachers he liked or disliked from high school. Nice man & beautiful family.
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My condolences to the family and friends. Praying that God will give y'all peace and comfort.
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss & gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. May your memories & God's love bring you peace, comfort & strength at this difficult time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal.
Death takes the body. God takes the soul. Our mind holds the memories. Our heart keeps the love. Our faith lets us know we will meet again someday.
We have known Charles since 2013, when he joined the British Motoring Club of Arkansas. Bob and I, as well as the club members were in shock to hear of this tragic loss. Sending prayers for peace and comfort to the family.
Goodby Charles, may God Bless and. Keep your loved ones safe may we meet again in the Kingdom of God. Freddie Joe Pinkerton
Goodby Charles, may God Bless and. Keep your loved ones safe may we meet again in the Kingdom of God.
Stacey I’m so sorry about your dad!! Praying for your family!!
We will miss you, Uncle Charles. 💕
Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Suzanne
Our prayers are with you.
Charles I know you are up there having a wonderful time with your son Bryan and your family and in no more pain. Im so sad to see you go but i know your in a much better place! God Bless you, love you!