of Ravenden, AR
July 6, 1943 - September 7, 2021
Charles Shelton Rains, 78, of Ravenden, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, in Paragould, Arkansas. He was born July 6, 1943, in Konawa, Oklahoma, to David and Mattie Rains.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents; son, Charles Russell ''Russ'' Rains; 3 brothers, and 2 sisters. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife, of 45 years, Judith Rains; 2 sons, Dale and David Rains; daughter, Jodie Rains; step daughter, Stefanie Dostal (Rene); 8 grandchildren: Natalie Evans (Clifford), Erica Zardo (Brian), Ales Dostal, Megan Rains, Paul S. Rains, Kaylee Rains, Leslie Rains, and Angelina Aguilera; 7 great grandchildren: Jackson, Zachary, Delilah, Blayne, Adrianna, Jedidiah, and Miah; and sister, Chris Leatherman (E. L.).
Charles was a Godly gentle soul, who was greatly loved by all. His kids and grandkids have all expressed their own personal memories of their dad and papa, all with such love and warmth about how their experiences with him was of quality time and how they enjoyed his ''talks.'' Although Charles was a non-confrontational man of very few words, at family get-togethers, Charles would become the life of the party, when the music came on, with his ''Jelly-man'' gyrations, which would have us all in stitches.
Our first moments of sorrow of his passing, have been replaced by the knowledge of knowing his passing from this life to be with his friend and beloved Savior, the Lord of Jesus Christ. We think of him being joined with his one departed son, Russ, his parents David and Mattie, his brothers and sisters, other family members, as well as life long friends. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him, but we are all left with so many warm and loving memories of a husband, father, grandfather, family man, and friend, with no known enemies. Rest in peace, until we are all reunited again, in the Kingdom of our Heavenly Father.
The immediate family will receive family and friends for visitation at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, 201 N Pine Street, West Memphis, Arkansas, on Saturday, September 11, 2021, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with US Army Military Honors presentation to immediately follow.
In lieu of flowers the family requests for memorial donations to be made to Running Strong for American Indian Youth (indianyouth.org/donate).
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12 Condolence(s)
Bev Menjou
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about Charles. My prayers for the family.
Bev Menjou
Sharon zardo
Sunday, September 12, 2021
So very sorry to hear of Charles passing. He was a very nice man and will be missed
Irene Soto
Saturday, September 11, 2021
My sincerest condolences to you Stefanie & all your Family. May God give you strength & comfort during this difficult timeâœï¸â¤ï¸
Brian Higgins
Saturday, September 11, 2021
Charlie has always been so special
to me. His earnest caring heart and gentle spirit have always been a model of how to be a real man. His strong Christ centered spirit has been so inspirational. I’ve always loved him from 45 years ago when he and my big sister Judy fell in love. Some of the most wonderful times of my life were spent in their warm, loving home.
I will miss him so much. My heart is broken over his leaving us. Comfort is only found in knowing he is home with Christ and our family members who have gone before.
Deepest sympathy to my big sis Judy, and the rest of our family, forever united through their marriage.
Love you Charlie.
Sarah Dorsey and Family
Friday, September 10, 2021
May God wrap his arms around your family during this time.
Sending love and prayers.
Cheriba Darnelle White & Children
Friday, September 10, 2021
We are very sorry for your loss. Charles was a wonderful good natured soul who will truly be missed!
Christine rains leatherman
Thursday, September 9, 2021
I by little brother, i love you and im gonna miss your phone calls telling me how old i am and telling me how old every one else is. How will i keep up with every ones age. Love you. Your big sister chris.
Sue Bakkila
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Dear Judith and family,
I didn't know Charles personally, but from all I've heard, he was a wonderful, godly man, a loving husband and caring father.
Judith I know how much you loved your dear husband by the kind things you've said about him. My heart is aching with yours as you say goodbye to Charles, until the day you are united together forever in Glory. âœï¸. Prayers for you will continue.
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May the Spirit of God be your strength and comfort, your hope and healing, your peace and perseverance, your light in the darkness and your Joy in the Lord always.
Mary Samuelson
Thursday, September 9, 2021
With deepest sympathy,
Mary and Tom Samuelson
Amy Keller
Thursday, September 9, 2021
My memories of Charles are from long ago when I was a child, but I remember him being a kind and gentle soul. My condolences to his wife, Judy, as well as the rest of the family. I am so sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Beverly Kinney
Thursday, September 9, 2021
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for your family. May God's comfort and presence be real to each of you.
Tonya Berryhill
Thursday, September 9, 2021
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Charles will be missed sorely. I love you all.