An inurnment for Charles Lynn Hollis, 78, of Chriesman, will be held at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi at a later date.
Charles was born on Jan. 19, 1948, in Vernal, Utah, to JC Hollis and Martha Pribilski Hollis. He graduated from Sam Houston Senior High School in Houston in 1966 and went on to attend San Jacinto Junior College and the University of Houston.
During his high school years, Charles developed a love for surfing.
Charles proudly served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force, stationed at Norton Air Force Base in San Bernardino, California.
In 1968, Charles married Sandra “Sandy” Garrett.
Following his military service, Charles began a career in construction, initially working as a roofer.
In 1980, Charles relocated his family to the Chriesman community.
Over the years, he became well known throughout the area as a skilled handyman and builder.
Family memories were often made on the road, with vacations that included trips to Mustang Island and Carlsbad Caverns.
Charles was a quiet, gentle man who didn’t need many words to express his love.
He died on Oct. 14, 2026.
He is survived by three children; one granddaughter; two sisters; one cousin; and other family members and friends.