Charles E. Birdwell
1954 - 2026
From the Jul 21, 2026 e-EditionGREENFIELD, TENN. — Mr. Charles E. Birdwell, 71 years old, died at his home on July 13, 2026. There are no services; he requests cremation without services.
Mr. Birdwell was born in Huntingdon, TN on November 18, 1954, to James P. and Pauline Harrison Birdwell. He was a butcher and farmer by trade.
He is survived by his wife, Leticia Birdwell of Greenfield, a son, Roger Birdwell of Greenfield, three stepsons, John Oliva of Lexington, TN, Jason and Chris Rakin of Jackson, a daughter Regina Stem of Tullahoma and stepdaughter Sofia Oliva of Memphis, on sister Brenda( Billy) Harrison of McKenzie, Sale (Kathy) Birdwell of McKenzie and Joe Birdwell of Gleason and his grandchildren, Bethany (Gavin) Elam, Emalin Birdwell, Landon Birdwell, Landon Birdwell, Haydon Birdwell, Haydon Rakin, Emma Rakin, Jason Rakin, Jr, Ava Rakin, Colton Rakin and Anna Blankenship.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother James Harold “Pete” Birdwell.
For additional information, please contact Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home at 731-352-4848 or visit brummittmckenziefuneralhome.com.
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