1938–2026
Charles Durham, Sr. passed away Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. A graveside service was held Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at the Littlefield Memorial Park Cemetery in Littlefield, Texas, under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes, Knox City, Texas.
Charles was born March 26, 1938, in Littlefield, Texas, to Ada (Thomas) and Grover Durham. He married Gloria Sealy on Sept. 1, 1956 in Littlefield, Texas. Charles raised quarter horses and showed them. He bought and restored Bud’s Cafe after it had burned down. He also enjoyed playing dominoes. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Knox City since 1979.
He is survived by his son Chuck Durham and wife, Wilna, of Springdale, Ark.; daughters Patty Durham and Junior Ramirez of Knox City, and Tammie Dillon of Lubbock; grandchildren Ashley, Tiffany, Bradyn and Jonathan; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins; and special nephew Kim Sealy of Benjamin. He was preceded by his parents, Grover and Ada Durham; his wife, Gloria Durham; his sister, Joy Hammock; and brother, Sonny Durham.
Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.smithfamilyfh.com.