Charles Arthur
Charles Edwin Arthur
Charlie was born to Eula and Lonnie Arthur in Ohio and raised in Iowa. He was an Avid ball player. In 1967 he joined the US Army and did several tours in Vietnam, before returning home and finishing up his military career in Maryland. He was a proud Veteran and Patriot. He met and married his first wife Carol Dillion and had twin sons Andy and Aron. In 1984 he met and married Debra Graulich and shortly thereafter moved to the Virgin Islands where they spent their life together, his sons were joined by three siblings, Kenneth, Timothy and Denielle. A man who knew who he was, he loved his family and life. Charlie was actively involved with VI Little League where he coached from Le Leche to Senior League baseball, taking several teams to the play offs and regional championships. Was drafted into the minor leagues before being drafted by Uncle Sam. He loved the sport of baseball, but more so loved his teams and players. He played on numerous local softball and dart leagues. He was an active member of the St. Thomas Reformed Church. He loved poker with friends and riding a Harley. During his life in the VI, Charlie worked for The Pelican Beach Club, Firestone construction and AT& T of the VI where he retired after 21 years of service