Charles "Tot" Tillman Usery

Charles "Tot" Tillman Usery, 98, of Lowell, NC, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at his residence.

A native of Gaston County, he was born on November 18, 1924, to the late Brodus and Emma Usery.

Charles was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during WWII. He was the oldest living veteran in Lowell. Charles loved his family and eating Little Debbie cakes.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jean Howell Usery; sons, Kevin Usery (Cissy), Joel Usery; daughters, Patti McKissick (Ronnie), Ginger Cox (Joey); five grandchildren, Lindsay Wood (Grant Potter), Phillip Wood, Brandon Usery (Kenzie), Makayla Dills (Coby), Emily Grace McKissick; three great-grandchildren, Kainin Potter, Maevery Usery, Lennon Rose Dills.

A graveside service will be held Friday, November 10, 2023, 2:00 PM, at Gaston Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to:  Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation – 205 Regency Executive Park Dr., Suite 102, Charlotte, NC 28217

Condolences may be made online at:  www.greenefuneral.com.