Charles Wayne Ruso, 68, of Lumberton, died Sunday, August 26, 2012, in Beaumont.  He was born May 9, 1944, to Avie Leona Whitehead and James William Ruso.  Charles served in the United States Navy and was a carpenter.

Survivors include his wife, Lynda Pearl McNaughten; son, Jeffrey Ruso of Lumberton; grandsons, Jeffrey Wayne Ruso of Lumberton and Quinton Ruso of Fred; brother, Glenn Ruso and his wife, Mozelle, of Buna; and sister, Sue Peveto of Kountze.  He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Hershel Ruso; and sisters, Helen Crocker and Hazel Gordon.

A gathering of Mr. Ruso’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.  His funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 29, 2012, at Broussard’s, with interment to follow at Franks Branch Cemetery, Fred.