Charles Edward Harold, 74 of Dayton, Virginia, passed away Nov. 2, 2025. at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
He was born Dec. 4, 1950, the son of the late Virgil M. and Reta (Hevener) Harold.
Following graduation from Turner Ashby High School in 1969, Mr. Harold attended Blue Ridge Community College where he studied drafting.
On Aug. 2, 1971, he joined the United States Navy. He was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, aboard the USS Leary as a Radio Operator until June 1, 1973. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal while serving.
After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he was employed by the United States Postal Service in Dayton, Virginia. He retired after 30 years of service.
In his early retirement he cared for all his grandchildren in their preschool years which brought him great joy. Throughout the remainder of his retirement, he enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Deer Run and watching his grandchildren grow and succeed.
He was a member of the Dayton United Methodist Church.
On Feb. 19, 1971, he was united in marriage to Nancy (Bodkin) Harold, who survives.
Also surviving are two children, Kara (Wes) Wilkins and Michael (Holly) Harold; four grandchildren, McKenzie Jackson and Grayson, Whitney and Parker Harold; a sister-in-law, Sharon Harold; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was also proceeded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Paul Simmons; a brother, John Wayne Harold; and a sister-in-law, Wanda Rhodes.
Burial was private.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
