Edzard Joseph “Rabbit” Charles

RAYNE –– Edzard Joseph “Rabbit” Charles, 61, of Rayne, LA, died February 1, 2016, at his home in Rayne, LA where he was surrounded by his loved ones.
Edzard was born in Rayne, LA on May 8, 1954. 
Edzard served in the United States Navy for several years and was later employed by Crowley Rice Mill in Crowley LA.
Edzard enjoyed spending time with his family. His favorite pastimes were playing dominoes, fishing, hunting, listening to music, and sitting outside enjoying the sun and last but not least reading the Bible.
He was truly a man of God, a faithful warrior with a compassionate heart who shared the goodness of Jesus with everyone.
Edzard is survived by his wife, Kathy Mire-Charles, of 9 years; Children, Jared Charles, Chetwin Cole, Neisha Cole, Shalana Traylar, Edzard Traylar, and Ezra Charles; Parents, Chester Charles and Joyce Charles; brothers: Romel Charles (Yvonne), Leo Charles, Chester Charles Jr., Darrell Charles, Keel Charles (Latikka), Matthew Charles, and Paul Charles; sisters, Lois Portalis, Judy Charles, Alice Deculit (Tim), Ezora Thomas, Paula Wilcox (Gift), and Chessalina Charles; and grandkids (whom he loved dearly), nieces, nephews, along with many relatives and friends to cherish his memory and legacy.
Edzard was preceded in death by Lionel Charles (brother); Tina Charles, (sister); grandparents, Moses and Alma Johnson and Thomas and Alice Charles.
Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory of Broussard LA fulfilled Edzard’s wishes on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, and a memorial service is being planned for the near future in his honor.
The family of Edzard “Rabbit” Charles wishes to thank the VA Hospital of Pineville LA and NSI Hospice for going over and beyond the call of duty.