Dennis Charles, Mechanicsville, VA— The community is deeply saddened by the loss of Dennis Charles, a beloved father, Vietnam veteran, poker player, and pool hustler. His passing has left his family and friends in mourning. Dennis was not only a dedicated veteran but also a devoted father, remembered fondly by his son, Travis Charles.
Travis has taken to Facebook and GoFundMe to seek assistance for covering his father’s final expenses. Tragically, both of Dennis’s life insurance policies were lost when his wife fell ill, leaving the family with the burden of raising thousands of dollars for funeral costs twice in one year.
Travis shared his heartfelt plea on Facebook: "Hey everyone. My family is asking for help with my dad’s final costs. We lost both of their life insurance policies when mom got sick. So this has left us having to come up with thousands of dollars twice now this year that we don’t have. If you can help that’s great and if not, I totally understand. I love you all no matter what."
The community has responded with empathy and support. Elizabeth Johnson suggested, "Hey Travis, if your dad’s a vet, check with Veterans Affairs. They may have funds to help also. It’s a burial allowance they repay after at least it’s something if you need it to settle his affairs after." Others expressed their frustration and sorrow over the situation. Wild Running Mike commented, "Insurance is great but horrible at the same time. People that don’t need it get to make claims all the time over dumb things. But the people that really need it can’t use it because once your health goes to crap, your insurance company will drop you."
Christal Cramer shared her anger, "Are you serious? They took away the life insurance policies. That is the most messed up thing I’ve ever heard. I’m so sorry. Insurance is such a scam. I will help as soon as I am able."
Travis Charles has organized a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the cremation costs. As of July 23, 2024, the fundraiser has raised $1,216 out of the $1,200 goal, thanks to the generosity of 27 donors. Contributions came from various supporters, including Alana Gonzalez with a recent donation of $50, an anonymous donor with $101, and Michael Krapf, who made the first donation of $20.
Dennis Charles’s legacy as a loving father and a respected member of the Mechanicsville community will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. His son, Travis, continues to honor his memory by ensuring his final wishes are fulfilled.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dennis Charles. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Short Summary of Dennis Charles
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Dennis Charles |
| Date of Passing | Recently |
| Fundraiser Created By | Travis Charles |
| Goal Amount | $1,200 |
| Amount Raised | $1,216 |
| Location | Mechanicsville, VA |
| Purpose | Cremation costs, final expenses |
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