Charles Arthur East was born September 17, 1940 and departed this life Wednesday, March 16, 2022 reaching the age of 81 years. He was the son of the late Charlie and Hazel (Huffaker) East.

He is survived by: his wife, Judy East; two sons, Mark East and Scott East; one grandchild, Isabell East; and two brothers, David Michael "Mike" East and Jimmy Gale East; along with a host of family and friends who mourn his passing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: one brother, Donald East; and one sister, Lyla East.

He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

There will be no public services.

Hicks-Vaughn Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.