Claude R Charles

Claude R.Charles, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 in Plainwell, MI.  Claude was born October 16, 1936  to William and Ethel (Rasnake) Charles. Claude was born in Filbert, W. Virginia, then moved to Indiana, and he finally made his home in Michigan. Claude proudly service his country in the US Army in Communications. He worked for Lawrence Industries retiring at age 62. Claude enjoyed playing cards, going to the casino, fishing and gardening. 

On August 15, 1961 in Allegan, he married Clova Wooten who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Janice (Ken) Adrianson and son Bob (Cappy) Fields; 5 grandchildren, Joanie, Heather, Jason, Tara, Chad; 11 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild; sisters, Sue Cristen, Pat Zimmerman and Depha Adrianson. He was preceded in death by his parents and 9 brothers. 

Cremation has taken place, and his family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.   Burial of ashes will be at Messer Cemetery.

 Contributions in memory of Claude may be directed to the family.

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