Charles “Charlie” Anthony Dorning, 64, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at his home. He was born on July 10, 1961, in Lincoln County, Tennessee, to Jerry and Karen Mason Dorning.
Charlie was a dedicated professional, holding distinctions as a Charter Financial Analyst (CFA), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU), and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA). He was also a member of the Fayetteville First Baptist Church.
Charlie is survived by his children, Joseph Whitsett Dorning, Christina Dorning (Matthew) Quick, and Mason Lane Dorning, and their mother, Vickie Dorning; grandchildren, Boston, Conley, and Banner Quick; and his brothers, Steven (Janet) Dorning and Jeffrey (Shirley) Dorning, as well as his parents, Jerry and Karen Dorning; and his partner, Pam Fann. Charlie was preceded in death by his nephew, Robert Louis Dorning.
Visitation with the family will be held from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Higgins Funeral Home, with Pastor Steve Dorning officiating. A brief committal service will follow at Prospect Cemetery.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Charles “Charlie” Anthony Dorning.
