Cmdr. Charles V. McGlothing, 86, formerly of Brookhaven, diedFeb. 18, 2005, in Hazlehurst.

Cmdr. McGlothing was born in Nixon, Texas, on July 18, 1918, toAdolph Vincent McGlothing and Samie Rebecca White McGlothing.

He enlisted in the Navy soon after high school and received awartime commission during World War II. Serving in both World WarII and the Korean War, he rose rapidly through the ranks retiringas full commander at the age of 43. He was a resident of Brookhavenfrom 1961 to 2004.

Preceding him in death were his parents; and a sister, KatherineMcGlothing Landreneau.

Survivors are his daughter, Sam Boggess; his son-in-law, DavidBoggess; and his grandchildren, Jae and Marshall Boggess.

Out of respect for his wishes, there will be no funeral ormemorial service.