Chars Ruth Virgil Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Chars Ruth Virgil, 64 of Ellenwood, GA passed on Wednesday July 27, 2022. Chars Ruth Morgan was born on December 5th, 1957, in Columbus, Mississippi to the late Bennie Will and Lizzie B. Morgan. Chars committed her life to Christ at an early age while attending 15th Street Church of God in Christ (C.O.G.I.C.). She loved the Lord with all of her heart and was always an inspiration to her family and friends. She attended Lee High School in Columbus, Mississippi and later attended Mary Holmes Junior College where she received an associate’s degree in social work. Chars then continued her education at Mississippi State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree. On June 2, 1979, she and William Dewayne Virgil married in holy matrimony and were later blessed with two children, William Dewayne Jr. and Tamara. During this time she worked at several different childcare centers in the Atlanta area. Her love for children was evident in her everyday work. In 1980, Chars and William joined Greater Hensley Tabernacle under the leadership of Elder Luther R. Hensley. Later, Pastor Richard “Mr. Clean” White became pastor and changed the name to Gospel Temple COGIC. In 1984, she began working at the Skyline Daycare Center. She soon became a Pre-K teacher and remained faithful in that job for more than 15 years. In June of 1997, they joined Paradise C.O.G.I.C. under the leadership of Pastor Paul L. Fortson. At Paradise, Chars was a faithful member of the Christian Women’s Counsel (CWC), hospitality group, and the Pastor’s Appreciation Committee. She loved decorating events such as weddings, birthdays, and wherever there was a need. On April 6, 1999, she and her husband became the proud owners of the new Skyline Christian Academy. Chars worked as the Director for 23 years where she was able to transform the lives of many children in the Ellenwood/Decatur community. On July 27th, 2022, the spirit of the Lord came to take Mrs. Chars Virgil to her heavenly home. She leaves to cherish her memories; her loving husband Williams Virgil, Sr., her devoted children, William Dewayne Virgil, Jr. (Valnissi) and Tamara Monique Virgil, and her precious grandchildren, Tiana Virgil, Danielle Virgil, Mya Virgil, and Armon Jackson, of Ellenwood, Georgia. She also leaves behind her siblings Mattie Jordan of Columbus, MS, Thomas Morgan (Lula) of Columbus, MS, James Morgan (Robin) of Columbus, MS, and Billy Morgan of Columbus, MS along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Sisters and brothers who preceded her in death are Bennie Morgan Jr., William Morgan, Henry Morgan, Wilma Morgan, Gracie Smith, Mary Fortt, Essie Lunceford, Charlie-Grace Morgan, Lorene Williams, and Irene King. --

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Chars Ruth Virgil

December 5, 1957 - July 27, 2022