Obituary
Charles K. French passed away on Oct. 4, in Monterey, California, at the age of 78 after years of dealing with various illnesses and the lasting effects of PTSD. Charles proudly served his country in Vietnam and was awarded two Purple Hearts for his service. He was a lifetime member of the VFW in Freedom, California and proudly helped install flags along Freedom Boulevard on national holidays. He volunteered for many years with Grey Bears. Charles had a generous heart and gave to many organizations and individuals in need, including those supporting veterans and orphaned children, as well as the Watsonville Fire Department. Charles was preceeded in death by his parents, Wilbur “Big Red” and Bertha French, with whom he will be interred at Pioneer Cemetery during a private service. Charles is survived by his cousin, Joe French and “cuzette,” Sandy French, who were a constant source of love, support and companionship throughout the later years of his life. He is also survived by cousins Jim (Carolyn) Dugger, Lon (AnnaMarie) Dugger and Lannie (Margaret) Spencer. You will always be loved and remembered by family and friends. Charles may you finally rest in peace.