Charles DeWayne McKee

1954 - 2026

Charles DeWayne McKee obituary, 1954-2026, Wichita Falls, TX

Charles DeWayne McKee

1954 - 2026

BORN

1954

DIED

2026

Charles McKee Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 18, 2026.
Wichita Falls - Charles DeWayne McKee, known to many as "DeWayne," passed away February 15, 2026. DeWayne was born September 2, 1954, to Charles DeVoe and Winzella "Sug" McKee. In 1986 DeWayne became a devoted father to Karen, and later raised his children Melissa, Marcus, and Zachary. In 1998 Charles married the love of his life, Cynthia Kay Spanable, sharing more than 27 years of marriage. Charles retired from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice after 20 years of service. Charles then was able to spend more time with his family, and hobbies such as working on cars and yard work. Charles faithfully served in the Liberty Baptist Church bus ministry during the early 1990s, helping bring children across Wichita Falls to church each Sunday. Charles continued serving the church after retirement by maintaining its landscaping and volunteering as needed by his church family.

Charles is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Cindy McKee of Wichita Falls; children Karen Dunavan and husband Brian of San Antonio, Marcus McKee of Wichita Falls, Melissa McKee and Zachary McKee of San Antonio; grandchildren Channing Ortiz and husband Axel, Zachary Dunavan, Grant Dunavan, Karalyne Dunavan, NeVaeh Thompson, and Jaiden McKee; siblings Carol Davis and Bryan McKee; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service to celebrate Charles DeWayne McKee's' life will be held at Liberty Baptist Church, 3116 Borton Street, Wichita Falls, Texas at 2 pm on Saturday February 21, 2026. Instead of sending flowers, please consider making a donation to Liberty Baptist Church or the Texas Blood Institute, both located in Wichita Falls, Texas.

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March 22, 2026

Marshall & Harriett Tharasher posted to the memorial.

February 21, 2026

Deb Ford posted to the memorial.

February 20, 2026

Vickie Brown posted to the memorial.

Marshall & Harriett Tharasher

March 22, 2026

We are so sorry for your loss Cindy.

Deb Ford

February 21, 2026

Charles, we started out as co workers, became friends and a few years later family after an introduction to my sister Cindy. I like to take credit but as we know God has a plan and gave you and Cindy the opportunity to find the love of your lives and spand two centuries (1998-2026) of love and laughter. Rest easy in your home in heaven because those who loved you and her have Cindy and Liam in our arms and will take good care of them until God rejoins your family.

Vickie Brown

February 20, 2026

Condolences and prayers for the family.

Sarahrae Thompson

February 20, 2026

Charles will always be known to my family as "Unkle Beard". He was affectionately named that by my twin grandsons, Wesley and Stanley.
Charles was a smoker when we met and I enjoyed cigars with him. He was always full of fascinating information and had a snicker in his smile. We shared many laughs (some at Cindy's exspense ).
He was extremely generous and always found cool 'atsy-farsty' items just for me when he went shopping.
"Unkle Beard,.... The babalies and I will miss you dearly. I love you."

Carol Mckee

February 18, 2026

Thankful for our ten years. They gave me Melissa and Zachary

Mary Crump Bowman

February 18, 2026

Sympathy an prayers for his family!

Kevin Seale (Reddog)

February 18, 2026

Charles,was a wonderful neighbor and great friend.Charles and I had many laughs a few disagreements,but we never lost our friendship.I loved Charles like my own family.When I moved to City View,Charles was the first people I met.I thought he was crazy sitting out there pulling weeds all day sitting on a bucket.Charles has been a blessing to me and the community around us.Gone but never forgotten my friend .I miss you dearly.

Richard and Flora Motley

February 18, 2026

What a friend he was! Going to miss the hugs, sweet smile and his greetings on Sunday morning! We will not say goodbye ----only see you later ! Miss you already! Heaven sounds better everyday, just knowing you are there! Later, FRIEND!

Beth Troy

February 18, 2026

We met Charles and Cindy at Arquitos in Vernon. They were a blessing to us and also to the wait staff. We will miss him.
Beth and Chuck Troy
Vernon

Carol Davis

February 18, 2026

Dewayne loved me by creating a flowerbed for me, his sister, Carol. Dewayne you are missed. We will survive with GOD's help but no one can take your place. There is a piece missing now in my life, and it is you. We, if we are saved, will see you again when we go to heaven where you are now. Greet all of our family in heaven with hugs and kisses.

Joyce M. McAllister

February 18, 2026

Sweet Charles I will miss you and your kindness, your humor. I cherish our battles of Canasta.
Rest in peace my friend.

Sherry L. Shaffer

February 18, 2026

Dear friend Chaz, I loved you like a brother. I will miss your infectious laugh, your kindness and whipping you in Canasta after you took the deck full of black trays.
Rest in peace. We will see each other again.
Love always,
Sherry Shaffer

The Halloway Family

February 18, 2026

We are sending so much love to your family. We will keep you all in our prayers.

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Jennie Adams

February 18, 2026

Charles was such a special friend to me and my husband. He was always the first one to get a hug when we walked into the Sunday school class. He loved working to make the church yard look fabulous. He wasn't afraid to speak up about the Lord, and he shared what God was doing in his life often. He and Cindy took us in and became immediate friends to us. We will never forget his life and what he means to us. Until we meet again, friend......

Letitia Ross

February 18, 2026

Charles will be greatly missed! We love you, Cindy, and are here for whatever you need!
Pastor & Letitia

Kota Devrow

February 18, 2026

Save me some coffee and Dr. pepper and some weeds to pull in the yard!
......Kota

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