Charles E. Downs, 92, of Rushville, died Thursday, March 29, 2001, at Miller's Merry Manor in Rushville. Born Sept. 13, 1908, in Raywick, Ky., he was the son of George and Sarah (Scott) Downs, both deceased. He married Mary Catherine Mitchell in 1946; she preceded him in death in 1975. Mr. Downs was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in World War II. He was employed by National Roll and retired from International Furniture Co. He was a member of the American Legion and St. Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include one son, Joseph Downs of Rushville; three daughters, Mary Frances Downs of Rushville and Elizabeth Ann English and Mary Rose Down, both of Lebanon, Ky.; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by one daughter, three brothers, one sister, and one granddaughter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Rushville, with the Rev. Roger Rudolf officiating. Todd Funeral Home in Rushville is in charge of arrangements. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Rushville. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, where a Rosary service will be held at 8 p.m.