South Memphis pharmacist Charles Champion dies at 92
Dr. Charles Champion found a way to celebrate his 90th birthday during the pandemic, with a drive-by celebration. He greeted friends who dropped by on Aug. 22, 2020, including Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner (left). (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)
Charles Champion was the first Black pharmacist at John Gaston Hospital, now known as Regional One Health.
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Alicia Davidson is a lifelong Memphis resident and graduate of The University of Memphis College of Journalism and Strategic Media. When not scribbling about the latest Memphis news, you will find her reading historical biographies, cooking Italian cuisine and practicing vinyasa yoga.
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