Charles W. Edmonds
January 1, 1946 ~ September 25, 2019
Charles W. Edmonds, 73, Greenwood, passed away September 25, 2019. Charlie was born January 1, 1946, in Beech Grove to the late Ernest Franklin Edmonds and Rosaleen (Griner) Morris.
He graduated from Clark High School and furthered his education at Lane Technical Institute. Charlie worked at the Allison Division of General Motors for 25 years, retiring in 2003 as a manufacturing engineer. He enjoyed wood carving and was an avid traveler – having visited every state except Hawaii. Charlie loved RV’s and created lots of family memories camping through the years. He knew the value of his presence and staying in touch with family and friends. Charlie’s memory will be cherished by loving family and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Edwin E. Edmonds and two brothers, Ernest F. Edmonds, Jr. and Robert D. Edmonds.
Survivors include his wife, Rita (Wiwi) Edmonds, to whom he was united in marriage March 28, 1980; children, Charlie Edmonds, Jr. (Michelle), Andy Edmonds, and Jennifer Turner (Larry); sister, Sandra L. Margason (Bill); eight grandchildren, Jesse, Vance, Tearra, Tessa, Bekah, Rachel, Austin, and Brandon; seven great grandchildren.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate the life of Charlie Edmonds Friday, September 27, 2019, 4 to 8 p.m., at the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, September 28, 2019, in St. Jude Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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The Man had a big heart and full of love.
He was a great man and a big heart ❤️
I’m saddened to hear about Charles’ passing. We were Race of a Lifetime brothers. I cherish our conversations about Jesus and I fondly remember his smile. Praying for family and friends during this difficult time of loss. Goodbyes aren’t for Christians, so I will see you later brother.
Charles was an amazing man after God’s own heart! I so much appreciated his passion for Jesus and sharing the gospel. To know that he’s in the very presence of Jesus is so comforting. ߒœ
He will be missed. What a great guy!
Young Charlie Edmonds was a natural athlete in the strongest sense. He played basketball like no one we had ever seen. He could hit a baseball like Babe Ruth. He could knock the cover off a softball, and he did so, often. He was a competitor. At the end of our street, there was a large vacant lot owned by the Schuster’s Coal Company. In the summer, we mowed the tall weeds and grasses into the shape of a baseball diamond and outfield. We played there every summer growing up. Like my brother Eddie and I, our neighborhood friends looked forward to the week that Charlie was coming to visit. The Slinkards, the Greenes, the Bradshaws; he knew them all. They knew him. I still remember the time when my younger brother Eddie, held up the softball and pointed it to Charlie and said,” Charlie, this is the only ball we got!” I will miss his insight. I will miss his thoughtfulness. I will miss his smile and I will miss his laughter. I will certainly miss the many good times we had together growing up, but I will cherish the memory of those moments for the rest of my life. May God bless you Charlie Edmonds.
A beautiful soul is NEVER forgotten! RIP Charlie.
I met Charlie a little over 12 years ago when I married into the family. Charlie welcomed me into the family with open arms. Charlie and Rita were regular visitors in my house and one of the nicest things he ever said to me was that he always felt at home when in my house. I loved him dearly and always enjoyed his stories. RIP my friend.
I first met Charles at the Race of a Life Time. I remember that in the face of all his challenges he still shared his testimony and his never waivering faith in the Lord. It left such a lasting memory to me. Bob Booher
So very sorry. Charlie was best man at my and Dick’s wedding and a very good friend
I grew up with Charlie and Sandy, we lived next door to each other all our youth. RIP dear friend, you will be missed.