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Brother

This character narrates the story.

William "Doodle" Armstrong

This character is the younger brother of the narrator. This character is born with serious disabilities.

Mama

This character is the narrator's mother.

Daddy

This character is the narrator's father.

Aunt Nicey

This character is the narrator's aunt and the one who delivers his brother.

The Doctor

This character never appears in the story, but the family relies a great deal on his advice about the youngest member of their family.

Mr. Heath

This character does not appear in the story, but he is the carpenter who makes the youngest character's coffin.

Miss Leedie

This character does not appear in the story, but she is an eccentric neighbor who is in love with President Wilson.

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