Charles Robert Grafton

Charles Robert Grafton, 73, of Waukee, died Monday, May 27, 2013, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, May 31, 2013, at Windsor United Methodist Church, 6222 University Avenue in Des Moines; visitation will be from 6-8 pm Thursday, at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Burial will take place in Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines.

Chuck was born May 14, 1940, in Des Moines, to George and Ruth (Nelson) Grafton. He was a graduate of Des Moines East High School class of 1958, and served in the Iowa National Guard. He married Frances Ann Pierce on June 29, 1962. Chuck retired from Bob Brown Chevrolet in 2007, after 48 years of service. Chuck's hobbies included golf, bowling, and woodworking. Chuck was an avid fan of horse racing and Drake basketball. He enjoyed exercising at the YMCA Healthy Living Center and his workout group there. Chuck loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Chuck is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Mark Meyer of Waukee; his grandchildren, Meg and Ben; his father, George Grafton of Forsyth, MO; and his sister, Joyce Lenarduzzi of Rockaway Beach, MO. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Fran Grafton; his mother, Ruth Grafton; and his mother-in-law, Iona Pierce.

Memorial contributions may be made to Windsor United Methodist Church or the YMCA.

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