Birth date: Jul 31, 1948 Death date: Mar 3, 2021
Charles Delmont Vandercook age 72, of Covington passed away Wednesday morning, March 3, 2021. He was born on July 31, 1948 in Jackson, Mississippi to John P. Vandercook Sr. and Millicent Catherine Gunn Vandercook. He is survived Read Obituary
I was always so blessed each Sunday morning as I walked through the old children’s wing to see both of you smiling and greeting the children.
My sister in law, Marsha Reeder, will always be so grateful for your and Charlie’s ministry to her.
Praying for you, Pat & family
Paula Reeder
This is the Mr. Charlie that I remember best - dirty, sweaty and tired. Mr. Charlie wore the "yellow shirt" as well as anyone ever has. He loved the Lord and he loved his neighbors on purpose and with a purpose. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. Matt 5:16
Mrs. Pat,
You and Charlie have a special place in our hearts. Roman absolutely loved having you both as his teachers at church and your visit when he had eye surgery will always be remembered fondly. Your passion for Operation Shoebox and your daily walks around the church are cemented memories. You both have made First Baptist Church so welcoming and your heart for Jesus was/is evident to all. We will miss you Charlie! You are being lifted up daily Mrs. Pat in Jesus' precious name!
Love,
The Holt Family (Mike, Tisha, Bella, Gabby, and Roman)
Dear Pat,
Sam and I were sorry to hear that Charlie was sick and our hearts are heavy for your loss. My mom loved living behind you and often shared things you did to help her. We were lucky to have you looking out for her. You both have done so much to help others. He did a beautiful job at Mom’s memorial and we knew how happy she would be knowing he offered the prayerful tribute for her service. He also helped me when I had to clean out my mom’s house (one of the hardest things I’ve ever done). He see me in the garage and walk over to physically help or just listen to me share a story about Mom. I feel blessed to have known him. Sam and I will be away this week and next so it was important to reach out to you with our sincere condolences here. ❤️🙏
Sam and Tonda Collett
Dear Pat and Vandercook family,
Though it’s been years since we have been close, I remember Charlie fondly from our time together in the youth group at Gentilly Baptist Church in New Orleans. I remember our trips to Ridgecrest, our Youth Sundays, and our leading worship at the Rescue Mission just off Canal Street in New Orleans. I remember Charlie and his Dad taking us down to the docks to sing Christmas carols to ship crews who had not yet disembarked, or our having them school us in the fine arts of soccer when we took them to a park for some exercise and friendly competition. God used such experiences with the Vandercooks to help call me into a lifetime of musical ministry. What I remember most about Charlie was his ready smile, his easy going sense of humor, his love for our Lord, and his already budding love for a beautiful young lady in the group named Pat. The years caused us to practice social distancing long before it became a requirement, but I am most thankful to have known Charles and his family. I look forward to our family reunion one day in heaven. I am pausing on this Saturday morning to ask that the peace, power, purpose, and provision of God’s presence (sorry, I’ve been around Baptist preachers too long not to think in terms of alliteration) be obvious to each of you. Prayers and blessings, with much thanksgiving!
John Cotten
Milledgeville, Georgia
