Charles Moubray

Charles William Moubray, a proud veteran, devoted family man, and man of steady faith, went home to be with the Lord on November 7, 2026. He passed peacefully surrounded by his family after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

Charles was born in Orange, Virginia, on February 13, 1938, to the late Charles “Charlie” Newton Moubray and Emma Francis Moubray.
A Graveside service will be held at the Maplewood Cemetery in Gordonsville, VA 22942 on November 21, 2026 at 1 pm.

He leaves behind a legacy of service, faith, and music. Charles served his nation with distinction in the United States Army for more than three decades, rising to the rank of Command Sergeant Major. His military career took him around the globe, with tours in Vietnam, Korea, Japan, Germany, and assignments across the states, though Fort Knox, Kentucky, always held a special place in his heart.

In addition to his military service, He was a dedicated member of his community and brotherhood. Charles was a 50-year member of the Freemasons, a member of the Waddell Masonic Lodge #228, and a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, serving some years as Commander of Post #7638. His faith was central to his life; he was a long-time member of Zion Baptist Church in Orange, attending worship every Sunday he was able.

Outside of his service and faith, Charles was an avid musician and guitar collector, playing music was one of his greatest passions. He cherished picking guitar with family and friends and loved attending bluegrass festivals, especially to hear favorites like Rhonda Vincent and Ralph Stanley. In his later years, he found great joy in gardening, traveling, and creating memories with his grandchildren.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Emma; his brother and sisters, Delma Moubray (Audrey), Dorothy Boardman (Gerald), and Rosa Hahn (Kenneth); his daughter, Blythe Caul, his son, Frank Dyer; and his previous wives, Edith and Jerwrean.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marlene Moubray; his children, Preston Dyer (Betty), Teresa Riley (Junior), Edith Howland, and Sammie Bowmaster (Donnie); as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family extends their deepest gratitude to his oncologist, Dr. Romano, for his exceptional care, as well as the ICU team at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital for their compassionate support during Charles’s final days.