Charles Eilbert
June 26, 2012
Charles Eilbert, 92, died Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Kansas City Hospice. Funeral services will be 12 p.m., Saturday, July 7, 2012, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, with burial following at Avon Cemetery. A visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time on Saturday.
Charles was born December 6, 1919, in Des Moines, to Karl and Grace Eilbert. After graduating from Lincoln High School, Charles enlisted in the US Army. He proudly served his country at the Battle of the Bulge and Battle of Ardennes. He earned the Bronze Star and was personally awarded the Purple Heart from General Patton while recuperating in Paris.
On November 19, 1939, Charles married Susan Sterrett. This union was blessed with three children, Gary, Diane, and Richard. During his younger years, Charles enjoyed hunting and fishing. He collected guns, antiques and later in life enjoyed restoring antique lamps.
Charles is survived by his loving wife, Susan; children, Diane Griggs, Gary Eilbert; daughter-in-law, Toni Eilbert; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren, and brother, Karl Eilbert, Jr. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Richard Eilbert, grandson, Gary David Eilbert, and sister, June Hitz.
Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice, 12000 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145.
Thanks to Michelle Bessey for her love and dedication to her Grandpa.
Online condolences may be sent to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Debra Richards
03/02/2013
I was deeply saddened to learn of Charles passing. Susan and family you will be in my prayers. Susan is my relative through the Steel family and we have lost contact. Please get in touch with me.
Jane Ann Brooks Kooyman
07/05/2012
I have so many fond memories of growing up in the early 50's around the Eilbert family. My thoughts and prayers are with you now.
Diane Griggs
07/04/2012
Hi Dad,
I feel blessed that I was given the
privilege to have you & Mom in my home for over three years.
Please rest in peace knowing that
Gary & I will always take care of
Mom...your biggest concern!
Love,
"The Warden" ( Diane/ /Derb)
JOHN & JANE HUTON
07/03/2012
Forty years of friendship have been filled with wonderful memories. Thank you for being my second "DAD", as well as loyal friend to both of us. "Old Soldiers never die....." You'll be in our hearts forever. J&J
Deborah Alber Eaton
07/03/2012
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God Bless.
Lyle & Nancy Mendenhall
07/01/2012
Sue & Family........ Were so sorry for your loss. God bless each of you and give you comfort at this very difficult time.We know hes in a wonderful place now. Our love to all.......
Tami Vanlerberg
06/30/2012
Rest in Peace, sweet Grampie! I love you & miss you already! You were so special to us for so many years and we loved having you with us every day for the last 3-years! God Bless you & give all our loved ones in Heaven a great big hug & kiss!
Mish
06/30/2012
Gramp-
I love you so much and miss you even more, but I'm happy knowing you're fine now. Thank you for all you did for our family over the years and may you rest in peace. xoxo Love, Mishy
Toni Eilbert
06/30/2012
Be at peace Dad. Love you! Toni
Deneen
06/26/2012
Give Dad a hug for me Grandpa, I love you.