of Subiaco, AR
March 12, 1943 - March 16, 2026
Charles A. Lux, (Charlie) 83, of Subiaco, Arkansas passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 in Paris, Arkansas. He was born on March 12, 1943 in Paris to his parents, Emil and Theresa (Strobel) Lux.
Charlie served in the United States Navy from 1961-1965 on the USS Intrepid. After serving his country he went to work for Southwestern Bell where he would meet the love of his life, Schawnnee Davis who he would later marry on October 12, 1968. In 1972 he took over the Lux Tavern from his father and uncle which he ran for the next 11 years. While owning the tavern, Charlie served multiple terms as mayor of Subiaco, which involved wearing multiple hats - water department manager, park maintenance, and whatever else was needed. Working with other leaders of the community, Charlie was instrumental in bringing one of the first wastewater sewage lagoon systems in the state of Arkansas to Subiaco. After selling the tavern in 1983 Charlie started his trucking career. His trucking business consisted of two trucks and a few trailers in which he hauled supplies and fertilizer for the Farmers Co-op in Subiaco and Clarksville. He later went on to haul for Tyson Foods and River Valley Animal Foods from which he retired. In his spare time, Charlie enjoyed reading, fishing with family and friends, and traveling with his wife. He could always be found piddling in his shop, fixing just about anything, and working with Schawnnee in their garden. He was always a loyal friend and a great storyteller.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Theresa (Strobel) Lux.
He is survived by his wife of over 57 years, Schawnnee (Davis) Lux of Subiaco; one daughter, Leigh Ann Frederick of Subiaco; one son, Marc Lux and wife Jamie of Fort Smith; two sisters, Roseanne Furner of Fort Smith and Patricia ''Pat'' Woodward of Fort Smith; and three grandchildren, Mary Kate Lux, Meg Lux, and Charley Beth Frederick.
A memorial rosary service will begin at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco. The family will visit with friends 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after the rosary.
A memorial mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, officiated by Fr. Mark Stengel O.S.B. A private committal service will be held at a later date in St. Benedict Cemetery Columbarium.
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17 Condolence(s)
James Geels
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Charlie was a great friend and neighbor throughout grammar and high school. We went to CYO
meetings, played pinball machines and ping pong together, went to Hill Top Cafe to listen to the
juke box, and to Paris for an ice cream cone. He was just the best friend a person could have.
RIP, Charlie, old friend. You are missed.
Paul Hoppe
Friday, March 20, 2026
Rest in peace my friend ! We made lots of good memories back in our Navy days.
My condolences to your family!!!
Sending my love
Paul Hoppe
Tom Hanlon
Friday, March 20, 2026
So sad to hear of Charlie's passing. What a genuine "nice guy" was in Charlie's class at Subiaco. Charlie was always upbeat, polite, kind and fun. We need more like him.
Condolences to all the family.
Linda
Thursday, March 19, 2026
My deepest condolences to the Family. He was such a Wonderful Man & well Respected.
Joyce A Barnett
Thursday, March 19, 2026
our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Adrian Wewers
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Charles. (Charlie, as I knew him) was a classmate from first through twelfth grades. I have fond memories and good times with Charles while growing up with him in Subi.
He was a good buddy and I know will be missed by family and friends.
May God bless him and his family, and may he rest in peace.
Mary Freeman
Thursday, March 19, 2026
My thoughts and prayers are with you Leigh Ann and all your family. May he rest in peace.
David Rush
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Hope The family can find peace in their loss. But what an interesting and meaningful life. Sailor, business owner, Mayor dad, husband. We can't expect more from thi old world. You will grieve but after a while a smile will come to your face as the cherished memories surface.
Francis Frederick
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Hermina Bridges
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
So sorry for you and your family's loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you always! May his wrap you in his arms and help you through this difficult time. May Charlie rest in peace.
Sheila a Law
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear about Charlie. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family.
Brenda Knoles
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Prayers for you all.
Jim and Charlotte Hughes
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Scherry Ewing White
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
So sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. He was a great friend of 50-plus years. Prayers for peace and comfort go out to his family now and in the days ahead.
Jim and Charlotte Hughes
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Doris Davis
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
LeighAnn, my sincere sympathy to you and your family. Your DAD , Charlie was such a nice and good person, I always enjoyed knowing him. God Bless.
Doris Davis
Larry and Vivian Fox
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Charlie was such a good friend to my dad and many others. Many memories were made and stories told by the group of men that visited at Beetle's house every Sunday morning. God bless!