Charles P. Barton, Sr. age 73 of Keysville, Virginia passed away Wednesday January 11, 2012 in Farmville, Virginia. He is survived by: his wife Betty Barton, a son Charles P. Barton, Jr. of Tennessee, a son son David E. Barton of Texas and his daughter Elizabeth A. Barton of Newport News, Virginia. He retired from a long stint in the United States Navy. A Memorial Service will be held 5:00 PM Friday, January 20, 2012 at the Abilene Community Center. The Shorter Funeral Home is serving the family.