Deacon Charlie E. Haskins Obituary (1945 - 2022)

Deacon Charlie E. Haskins, 76, of Richmond, was called home on January 7, 2022, to be with his Heavenly Father. He was preceded in death by his parents, Irma and Arthur R. Haskins, Sr.; and his siblings, Lula H. Harris, Lucille Haskins, Rev. William H. Haskins, Sr., Mary A. Haskins, Deacon Arthur R. Haskins, Jr. Deacon Haskins was born in Chesterfield County and graduated from Carver High School. After graduating he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He was a baker for 40+ years before retiring from Nabisco. He enjoyed traveling, carpentry, communing with his church family and most of all spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was a man of his word and someone that family and friends could always depend on. He was also known for his ability to bring out the best in others, his signature smile, words of wisdom, and witty jokes. He leaves to cherish memories, his devoted wife of 45 years Barbara Y. Haskins, three sons, Duane E. Haskins, Derrick L. Haskins (Alicia), Dominique T. Haskins; his precious granddaughters, Atalia Freeman, Akiyah Charity, Aliyah Haskins, Alivia Haskins; three sisters, Alice F. Haskins, Martha H. Ruffin, and Barbara H. Kearney; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, January 13, 2022 Mimms Chapel at 1:00 PM Interment Oakwood Cemetery.