Marion "Chuck" Charles Wasson passed away in Ada, Oklahoma, on May 15th, 2023 at the age of 86, surrounded by loved ones.

Chuck was born on January 30th, 1937 to Ethel Loduska Welch-Wasson, and Quince Martin Wasson, in Fort Smith Arkansas. He graduated from Roland High School in 1955. He worked for GTE for over three decades, as a lineman, and later a supervisor; making GTE his lifelong career.

Chuck married Betty Willis-Wasson in 1981.  They had just celebrated their 34th wedding anniversary when she passed away on January 28th, 2015. Chuck lived in Dickinson, Texas for most of his adult life. He spent his retirement collecting stamps and coins, and spending time with his family. After Betty's passing, he moved to Ada, Oklahoma in December of 2015, to be closer to his daughters and grandchildren. He cherished his time with his family, always making sure to let them know how much he loved them, and how proud he was. He had a knack for picking out the best birthday cards, guaranteed to make you tear up. He loved to tell stories about growing up on his family's farm, with his brother and sister. He loved watching his family grow, and was so proud to be a Dad and Grandpa. He was promoted to Great Grandpa in August of 2022, which was one of his most favorite titles.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ethel and Quince Wasson; wife, Betty Wasson, and brother, Martin Dell Wasson.

Survivors include: his children, LaVonne Wyatt and Partner, Mark Kopsky of Ada, LaVerne & Keith Keeling of the home. His sister, Phyllis Wasson of Fayetteville, sister-in-law, Judy Wasson of Ft. Smith. Grandchildren, Jayla Wyatt and Adam Boyette of Ada, Clay Hooton of Edmond, Macee and Nolan Fanning of Tulsa, Cole Keeling of Ada, and Cade & Cord Keeling of Ada; and great-grandson, Kessler Fanning of Tulsa, as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews. He will be loved and missed by all who knew and loved him.