Charles Marshall Broome

July 31, 1944 - July 16, 2020

Charles Marshall Broome, 75, of Matthews, NC, died Thursday, July 16, 2020, at Novant Medical Center Presbyterian Campus. Charles was born in Charlotte on July 31, 1944, one of five children born to Bobby and Louise Bennick Broome. He grew up In Charlotte, graduating from Myers Park High School. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force where he learned the trade of airplane repair and mechanics Before enlisting, he met the love of his life, Ms. Hazel Ann Beatty, and they were married. They moved to California while he was in the service and were blessed two children: Susan and Richard. After an honorable discharge, they returned to Charlotte and Charles went to work for Gowen Oldsmobile as a mechanic. He made that his lifelong career and ultimately retired from the profession. Blessed with a talent to work with his hands, he could not only fix most anything when not working in his yard. Most of all, Charles enjoyed the time spent with family and friends. Charles is survived by his daughter, Susan Wright of Matthews; his son, Richard Broome of Seattle, Washington; three grandchildren: Niki Wright, Alyssa and Alexa Broome; and a great grandchild Ayden Harrison aka “Porkchop”. He is further survived by two brothers, a sister, and a host of other relatives and friends. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Ann, on October 21, 1991. Charles’ family has given the family of Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home the privilege of caring for him and for them. A graveside Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at Sunset Memory Gardens, 8901 Lawyers Road, Charlotte, NC 28227.