Charles was born June 22, 1935, in Frenchtown to the late Alvin & Leoma (George) McEldowney. In addition to his parents, Charles is also preceded in death by his grandparents; brother, Curtis McEldowney; and sister, Mary Knick.
Charles is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty (Butt) McEldowney; daughters, Susan (Mike) Ballinger, Charlene (Tom) Michael, Christine (Jeff) Leistner, Christina Brokschmidt, Kathy Meyer, Rose Hurley, Barb Fraley, Connie Stanfield; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family. Charles was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all.
Charles served in the U.S. Army.
He was a contractor for over 40 years in Sheet metal Fabrication.
Charles was known for his love of the outdoors. He spent his time fishing, hunting and boating on the lake with family and friends. He also enjoyed reading and cooking, especially his family fish fry's.
Due to the current conditions of the Coronavirus Pandemic, a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Published in Troy Daily News from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2020
Charles was born June 22, 1935, in Frenchtown to the late Alvin & Leoma (George) McEldowney. In addition to his parents, Charles is also preceded in death by his grandparents; brother, Curtis McEldowney; and sister, Mary Knick.
Charles is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty (Butt) McEldowney; daughters, Susan (Mike) Ballinger, Charlene (Tom) Michael, Christine (Jeff) Leistner, Christina Brokschmidt, Kathy Meyer, Rose Hurley, Barb Fraley, Connie Stanfield; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family. Charles was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all.
Charles served in the U.S. Army.
He was a contractor for over 40 years in Sheet metal Fabrication.
Charles was known for his love of the outdoors. He spent his time fishing, hunting and boating on the lake with family and friends. He also enjoyed reading and cooking, especially his family fish fry's.
Due to the current conditions of the Coronavirus Pandemic, a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Published in Troy Daily News from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2020
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