Charles Basil Whiteside IV
Dec 6, 1971 - Jan 22nd, 2022- Birth Date: Dec 6, 1971
- Death Date: Jan 22, 2022
- Funeral Date: Feb 1, 2022, 10:30 am
- Location: Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
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Biography: Charles Basil Whiteside IV died in his sleep at his home on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the age of 50. He was born on December 6, 1971 in Little Rock, AR. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Charles B. Whiteside, Jr., Cindy Whiteside, Hutchison L. Ware, and Catherine C. Ware.
Charles is survived by his parents, Charles B. Whiteside III and Catherine “Cappy” Whiteside, his sister Carrie Whiteside Smalling (Mark), her children, Caitlyn E. Brandom and Charles H. Brandom, and his sons, Connor, Corbin, Cole, and Cade Smalling, his uncle John P. Whiteside, and his cousins Cindy Ann Hammerquist and John S. Whiteside.
Charles was a lifelong member of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Little Rock.
He graduated from Central High School in Little Rock and attended UALR and UCA. Charles was employed at CBW Properties, Inc. since 2003 after trying his hand at acting in Hollywood, CA for 5 years…his claim to fame was a 1999 AT&T Super Bowl commercial.
Charles had to deal with congenital health problems his entire life; in spite of that, he was known as a kind soul who unconditionally helped his friends and acquaintances that were in need or suffering themselves.
Charles loved to play tennis (even qualifying and competing in the USTA “Southerns” as a teenager). He also loved playing soccer and basketball and dominating the annual NCAA tournament bracket competition between his family. Charles was a life-long Razorback and Cowboys fan. He also loved to hunt and fish (especially at Pin Oak and Twin Cypress). Charles’s two best buddies/ “children” were his chocolate labs Kodi and Killer (who is named after his dear friend Jay Kilpatrick). He was the very proud holder of the #3 “Lifetime License” issued by the Arkansas Game & Fish Foundation in 1987…and he could really call ducks!
Funeral services will be held at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. with interment at Mt. Holly Cemetery. The service can be viewed live online by going to, www.youtube.com/c/TrinityLittleRock Pallbearers are Jason Bowman, Patrick Donovan, Joel Fox, Chris Grace, Michael Grobmyer, Wil Jackson, Padgett Mangan, Mark McLarty, Charles Roberts, Ty Spradlin, Damion Thompson, and John S. Whiteside.
In Lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Arkansas Children’s Foundation, One Children’s Way, Slot 661, Little Rock, AR 72202 or Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 310 W 17th Street, Little Rock, AR 72206.
Masks and social distancing will be required at the service. Arrangements are under the direction of RuebelFuneralHome.com
Nothing we can say or do will fill your grief, however, I would hope you take comfort in the fact that Charles had a life “well lived”; that he most certainly made a huge difference though his life. Would we all be described at the end of our time on this earth.
May you and yours feel the grace and peace that only God can give in the days ahead. May it also be of some comfort that as long as he remains in your memories and heart in many ways he still resides with you.
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you during this difficult time. Blessings,
Mark and Corinne Power
The death of Charles has shocked and saddened me. I am so very sorry for your loss. Bless you and your family
Carole Smith
I am really sorry for your loss and may Charles Rest In Peace. May you find strength during this difficult time and please accept my deepest condolences.
Hatim
The Johnsons
God bless,
Beverly Morrow
great to read about all of his achievements! He led a heroic life and you two are such loving parents.
Byron and Carol Eiseman