Charles Dunham, 82, of Mulberry, and previously of Frankfort, passed away January 1, 2026, at his home. He was born July 14, 1943 in Clinton County to Hubert S. Dunham and Marjorie Alice (Silence) Dunham. He married Brenda D. Smith on July 26, 1965 at Woodside Christian Church in Frankfort.
He graduated in 1961 from Frankfort High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1967. Charles is a member of the Community Christian Church, where he previously served as elder. He worked as a railroad yardmaster and chief clerk for Norfolk & Southern Railroad. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, the rifle range and especially spending time with his grandchildren.
Charles is survived by his spouse: Brenda D. Dunham of Mulberry, 3 sons: Kenneth Dunham of Mulberry, Brian (Debbie) Dunham of Mulberry, Adam (Tammy) Dunham of Frankfort, sisters: Carolyn Dunham of Lebanon, Mary Lou Sharp of Frankfort, brothers: Melvin (Carolyn) Dunham of Michigantown, Karl (Karma) Dunham of Illinois, Paul (Debbie) Dunham of Avon, Phillip Dunham of Whitestown, 7 Grandchildren, Kyrsten (Rob) Summa, Kegan Dunham, Kelsey Dunham, Kaitlyn (Shephen) Good, Courtney (Josh) Conway, Shelby (Freddy Martinez) Fox, Aaron Dunham, 3 great-grandchildren, Hudson Conway, Emilia Conway, Joshua Good and 2 on the way.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, John Dunham, sister, Sharon Jackson, brothers-in-law, Bob Sharp and Ray Jackson.
Memorial visitation will be 11 a.m. -1 p.m. January 10, 2026 at Community Christian Church, 1944 S. Jackson St., Frankfort. A Celebration of Life will begin at 1 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions can be made in Charlie’s honor to the Community Christian Church. Clinton County Crematory and Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort are assisting the family. Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com to leave a condolence.