Who is Chunkin' Charlie from Missing Links and what is their importance? Missing_Links_(novel) English & Literature Chunkin' Charlie | Missing Links

Charlie reminds Ray a great deal of his Uncle Joe, a man he cared for dearly. Aside from the fact that both men have cancer, both Joe and Charlie also share an enjoyment of life and friendship. While Two Down might be the closest thing to a best friend or peer to Ray, it is with Charlie that Ray shares the most conversations of substance.