Charles “Charlie” Polston, 93, of New Castle, passed away at Henry Community Health on Friday, November 17, 2023.
He was born on December 25, 1929, in Louisville, Kentucky, a son of the late Claude and Marie (Lair) Polston.
Charlie served in the US Army during World War II and married the love of his life, Bernice Wilson, on September 2, 1950. He was an electrical engineer and was in charge of engineering at Chrysler Corporation in New Castle. He retired following 29 years of employment. Charlie and Bernice were long-time members of First Baptist Church. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed fishing, especially with his grandson, Steve. Charlie was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 137 and Elks Lodge #484 and was a member of the Masonic Lodge F&AM #91, IBEW, and UAW Local.
Those left to cherish Charlie’s memory include his wife of 73 years, Bernice Polston; a daughter, Sherri (Carlisle) Cox of Abingdon, VA; three grandchildren, Haley (Todd) Ireland of Indianapolis, Steve (Dani) Anderson of…