Charles Reed Venturella, Sr., age 93, formerly of Shady Valley, TN passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015 in Life Care Center of Gray, TN. He was born September 20, 1921 to the late Anthony and Ruth Reed Venturella. He was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church. Charles enjoyed walking in nature. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Vira Truesdale Venturella in 2006. Survivors include: one son: Charles R. "Charlie" Venturella, Jr. of Port Charlotte, FL; three brothers; one grandson: Reed Venturella; two great grandsons: David and Silas Venturella; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted Friday, May 8, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. in Shady Valley Memorial Gardens with Pastor Paull Dixon officiating. Online condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.huxlipfordfh.com Professional services for the Venturella family are in the care of Hux-Lipford Funeral Home.