Charles Oscar Noe, 87, of Harriman, TN, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family and loved ones, on March 17, 2025.
Born on Feb. 4, 1938, in Robbins, TN, he was the son of Oscar and Evelyn Noe. He attended Coalfield High School and graduated from Tusculum College in 1990. Charles proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1976 as a Chief Petty Officer and was lovingly called “Chief” by those who served with him. After retiring from the Navy, he returned to Tennessee to serve as the fleet manager for the Y-12 Plant for 22 years. He was also a member of Mason Omega Lodge 536.
Charles loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed attending services at Middle Creek Baptist Church and singing in the choir. His hobbies included bowling, genealogy and fishing. He loved music and would spend hours listening to and singing along with his vast collection of tapes and CDs. Charles had a big heart and touched the lives of many, considering many of the people who came into his life as family.
Charles was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mamie Sue Noe; parents, Oscar and Evelyn Noe; and baby sister, Phyllis Jackson.
He is survived by his wife, Karen Teague Noe, and her children, Katrina Moore (Gerald) and Scott McPeters; his children with Mamie Sue, Charles Darell Noe (Lurley), Gregory Lee Noe (Teresa) and Melody Noe; and sisters, Nancy Armes and Gladys Noe. Additionally, he leaves behind eight grandchildren (and their spouses) and fifteen great-grandchildren.
The family would like to extend their love and gratitude to Quality Private Duty Care, especially his “Charlie’s Angels + Boz”: Katrina Morris, Tammy Colston, Kim Hamilton, Kristina Ellis and Jason Eley.
Visitation was held on March 22, 2025 from noon-2 p.m. at Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs.
The funeral service began at 2 p.m.
A graveside service followed in Union Baptist Church Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Services were led by his son, Bishop Charles Noe and Pastor Corey Jones.
Sharp Funeral Home has been proud to serve the Noe family. www.sharpfh.com.
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