Bishop Charles T. Hash was born in Jonben, West Virginia, to Reuben Kelby Hash and Mildred Thompson Hash. Later, his family moved to Wytheville, Virginia where he was reared in a Christian home. Wytheville is where he met his neighbor and the love of his life, Nancy Hanley and they soon became high school sweethearts. They were married on March 25, 1963 and welcomed their first born child Charles Kevin Hash. Charles Teea "TT" was called to ministry at the tender age of 24. He began working in the ministry in 1969 with a cheerful heart, fervently pursuing the ministry of God! He would sing even if he was out of tune and play the organ with all of his might! Committed to the cause of Christ, he dedicated himself to surrendering to the mighty will of God, happily and eagerly spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ! Throughout his entire ministry, he never succumbed to titles and roles, doing whatever was necessary with grace and gratitude to edify the Kingdom of God! In 1974, as senior pastor of Refuge Temple, he and his wife, Nancy led a whole community to Christ, and won souls for over 5 decades, transforming people's lives both spiritually and mentally! Often times, people would say, "Pastor Hash taught me how to be free and live in Christ."

Being a man of great vision,  he was committed to his community and church. Even when the people did not show up, he never wavered from his calling! Pastor Hash, his wife Nancy and their three children would have service faithfully until the congregation grew. His ministry was a beacon of light in the city of Jonesville with a dedicated group of saved souls who took joy in spreading the gospel under His anointed leadership.

Charles Hash attended Shenandoah Bible College in Salem, VA, Forsyth Technical College in Winston Salem, NC and Syracuse University of Syracuse, NY. He received his Honorary Master of Divinity and Doctorate of Divinity from New Life Theological Seminary in Orangeburg, SC.

In 1990, Pastor Charles Hash was ordained as a Bishop. Throughout his 50 plus years of ministry, he spent hundreds of hours in courtrooms making sure that young black men had someone in their corner, as he realized the unfair treatment of our black men. As an early advocate of prison reform, he used biblical and integral principles to influence decision makers, hoping to make a difference in the lives of those that were unspoken for. He started an annual Youth camp in Virginia. He innately knew the power of leading young souls to Christ, pouring into them with a mixture of fun, faith and grounding in the word of God!

Bishop Hash was widely known and respected throughout the United States and the world for preaching at Revivals, evangelizing, holding Camp Meetings and street witnessing. Bishop Hash was an energetic gospel preacher whose ministry was built on the Word of God and prayer. He reached nations with his preaching, evangelistic work and his widely known articles, blogs, leadership materials and books. His most influential book, "THE NEW BREED WALK AND TALK," established a foundation to guide new believers in their daily walk with Christ! Bishop Charles Hash had a heart for people! All people! As he recognized that the most common and simplest of people deserved to have and live with the freedom that only God can bring. He relentlessly and fervently spread the goodness of Jesus. His excitement for spreading the word of God rang out as passionately as his love!

In 1995, he was appointed as the 1st Vice Overseer of the Church of God Apostolic, then headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC. In June 2000, God led Bishop Hash to relocate to Roanoke, VA where he served as Senior Pastor of St. Matthew's Word of Life Fellowship. He also spearheaded and founded The Southwestern Virginia Ministerial Alliance to ensure that pastors had support and stayed at the pulse of the needs of the people. His grandson Jhyrah and his Poppy, as we affectionately called him, had a very special bond, and would spend hours debating about sports, politics and life. Jhyrah would often travel with him as his junior armor bearer on his evangelism trips.

In 2014, the Lord led Bishop Hash to go forth and be a father to His pastors and churches across the country. Bishop Hash worked diligently to help pastors and churches stay fresh and true to their calling and appointing in challenging times.

Charles T. Hash was preceded in death by: his parents, Bishop Reuben K. Hash, and Mother Mildred Hash; son, Charles Kevin Hash; sisters, Deloris Hash, Delilah Miller, Mamie Anderson; brothers, Joel Hash, Swanson Hash; and one grandson, Brennan Keith Hash.

He is survived by: his adored wife, Nancy Jo Hash; his children, Alex Keith Hash (Deborah), Katherine Alisha DeLapp, Tekoa Hash (The Surprise child), and (The Chosen Child) Tre McPhatter (Jamie); grandchildren: Alex Kevin Hash (Shakima), Jhalill Delapp, Jhyrah Delapp, Robert Jenkins (Britanny), Bianca Jenkins, Jarion Jenkins-Saunders, Alexis Hash, Teea Hash, Ayden Hash, Temperance Grace McPhatter, granddaughter-in-law Kadeshia Hash and 17 great grandchildren.

He leaves his siblings: Bishop Reuben K. Hash, Jr. (Betty), Bishop James C. (Joyce), Bishop Leonard (Nancy), Bishop Ronald (Lotis), Dr. Francene, John Christopher (Lawranda), Pat Stepney (John); and a host of other relatives who will surely miss him. Bishop Charles Hash was always present for his family and loved them deeply.

He was loved and adored by thousands and touched the lives of many more! The message of his life and mission was simply this: John 17:3...And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Friday, March 5, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private funeral services will be held Saturday, March 6, 2021. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens.