Carl Champion Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Carl Champion of Gastonia, North Carolina, born in Cleveland, North Carolina, who passed away on August 28, 2020 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carl Champion to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lyman Edmond and Gertrude Ledford Champion; and his sister Della Bell. He is survived by: his wife Patricia "Pat" Ledford Champion of Gastonia, NC; his children, Chris Champion (Suzanne), Kevin Champion (Kamie), Justin Champion (Julie), Kent Rice (Marisa), Ashley C. Jones (Van), Claudia Florenzato of Germany, Martina Popple of Germany and Angela Rice of Florida; and his sisters, Darlene Jimison (Mike) and Betty Thornburg.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospitals at Oasis Shriners, 604 Doug Mayes Place, Charlotte, NC 28262.