It is with a profound sense of gratitude to the faithfulness of God that we announce the entrance of Charles Thomas Shorten into the presence of his Savior on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at the age of 102 years.
Charlie was born December 5, 1917 in Toronto, Ontario. His family moved to London, Ontario which he called home. He is lovingly remembered by his second wife, Betty; sons, David (Kathleen) and Robert (Beverly); 8 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Lena; his brother, Reg; his sisters, Verna and Connie; his first wife, Winifred; and his sons, Ronald and Raymond (Susan).
Charlie served in World War 2, and served God for over 60 years as a missionary to Angola and in other Christian ministries.
A Memorial Service may be announced in the future. Memorial gifts can be made to Missionary Service Committee Canada. (msccanada.org)
A Private Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in Red Deer, Alberta.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Charles Thomas Shorten September 2nd 2020..
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Death notice for the town of: Red-Deer, Province: Alberta