LtCol Charles W. Driest Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-06-16T18:00:00
End: 2024-06-16T20:00:00
Location: Covenant Funeral Service

With solemn reverence, we commemorate LtCol Charles W. Driest (Fredericksburg, Virginia), born in Detroit, Michigan, whose life came to an end on June 5, 2024 at the age of 73, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Driest and Sharon Driest (Hickey); and his wife Gloria Pett Driest. He is survived by: his friend Marines; his children, Charles C. Driest and Megan Waite (Michael); his sister Mary Driest-Gruzwalksi; his nephews, Justin and Daniel; and his niece Madison.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Marine Corps Tankers Association (https://www.usmctankers.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Covenant Funeral Service

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June 16

Visitation

Covenant Funeral Service
10830 Patriot Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

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June 17

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Covenant Funeral Service
10830 Patriot Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

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June 17

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Quantico National Cemetery
18424 Joplin Rd, Triangle, VA 22172

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