Virginia Beach – Charles E. “Charlie” Linden, 77, passed away July 3, 2023. A native New Yorker who despite having lived in Virginia for over twenty years never lost his New York accent. Charlie graduated from the police academy in 1972 and proudly served the people of New York and New Jersey as both an officer and detective for the Port Authority Police Department. Upon retiring to Virginia Beach, Charlie worked as a security officer at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. His greatest job however was that of a devoted husband and loving father.
He is preceded in death by his mother Marie Wiederhold and his wife Maura. He is survived by his four children Steven Linden and his wife Kathy, Ian Linden and his wife Rachel, Christopher Linden and his wife Michele and Kerry Linden and her husband Mike; and seven grandchildren, Hayden, Steven, Kyleigh, Noah, Delainey, Amelia and Emery.
The family will receive friends Saturday July 8, 2023 from 6pm-8pm in Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5033 Rouse Drive, Virginia Beach. The service will be Sunday July 9, 2023 at 1pm in Altmeyer Funeral Home with burial to follow at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Memorial donations can be made to the 9/11 Memorial Fund and to the American Cancer Society by clicking HERE.
It’s not easy to say goodbye to a wonderful Father, Grandfather and Friend. You will be missed dearly by so many, So for now we say “till we meet again”. Sending much love and prayers for comfort in the coming days to the Linden family.
Tears and sadness on the passing of our family friend. Charlie, you will BE MISSED BY SO MANY! Deepest sympathy to the Linden children and grandchildren.
Another sad notification. Charlie was a good man. He was always professional about his duties. May his soul rest in peace
To my walking buddy who made ma laugh, I will miss you. To the family my deepest sympathies.
The Port Authority Retired Police, Assoc expresses our deepest sorrow and prayers to the entire Linden family. Please contact the below email for important information .
Chris, Michele and the entire Linden family. I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. I’m thankful I had the privilege of meeting Charlie. My deepest condolences to your entire family.
Lifting prayers💗🙏💗 Many fond memories of Uncle Charlie.