Charles V. Blakley
March 26, 2013
Charles Blakley, 76, passed away March 26, 2013, at his home in Bondurant. He was born March 8, 1937, in Harold, Iowa, to John and Dorothy (Vance) Blakley.
Charles served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and retired after 27 years of service. He spent four years in Germany and was stationed at multiple sites in the United States. He has been owner and operator of his own excavating business since 1975. Throughout his life he had a love of horses, especially his own, Cowboy and Smoke.
Charles is survived by his wife, Cindy; daughter, Jody (Herb) Wright; stepdaughter, Stacy (Ryan) Roberts; stepson, Mike (Kate) Schultz; four grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; as well as five brothers and sisters, and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marjorie Bennethum; brother, Steve Blakley and grandson, Christopher Ceretti.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Thursday, March 28, 2013, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial following at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will greet friends 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home.
In loving memory of Charles, memorial contributions may be made to the family to be designated at a later date.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mary Voss
03/29/2013
My prayers are with you and your family Cindy. I always looked forward to seeing you and Charlie. The best part of his visit was not knowing what he'd say next and then seeing your expression! He will be missed.
Edith Parrish (Leedom)
03/27/2013
So sorry to hear of Charles' passing. Growing up around him was always so much fun. Many fond memories. Our thoughts are with all of his family during this sad time.
Al and Julie Nuzum
03/27/2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Charlie was a dear dear friend to Al and he will be missed greatly! Our condolensces to the whole family.
Tom Colvin
03/27/2013
Charlie generously helped the ARL with horse abuse cases years ago and I will be forever grateful for that. He was a kind and generous person and will be missed. Our thoughts are with you, Cindy and family.
Jackie Blakley
03/27/2013
I am very sorry for your lost. Chuck was always nice to me. May you fine peace in your memorys.