- Date Of Birth: February 2, 1921
- Date Of Death: December 27, 2015
- State: Virginia
Remembering the life and legacy of a WWII veteran. Charlie G. Dolinger, age 94, of Manassas, VA, died on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at Manassas Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Smyth County, he was the son of the late Avery and Mollie Dolinger(Baldwin). Mr. Dolinger is survived by his wife of 35 years, Ruth Ann Dolinger, three stepchildren: Gay Nell Cantrell, Mollie Kloth, Brenda Taylor and two children: Wilma Carol Henderson and Breece A. Dolinger. He was predeceased by his son, Stanley Dolinger. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. At the young age of 17, Charlie left home to join the Civilian Conservation Corps in Virginia, a public work relief program, to earn money for his family. While there, he planted trees and constructed trails within Hungry Mother State Park. Shortly thereafter, Charlie joined the U.S. Army. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in Company G, 302nd Infantry Regt, 94th Infantry Division as a Private First Class and rifleman. On March 16, 1945 in Germany, Charlie was injured when his regiment was involved in the push to the Rhine River, just before the Battle of the Bulge. Charlie earned the Purple Heart Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the European African Middle Eastern Campaign and World War II Victory Medals for his service. Prior to his retirement, Charlie worked as a general contractor, building homes in the Virginia area for more than 50 years. Charlie was known for his strong work ethic and was a kind and loving man. We will miss him dearly. A huge debt of gratitude to the wonderful staff at Manassas Nursing and Rehab Center that so tenderly cared for him in his final years.
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