Charles E. Searcy
May 08, 2016
Charles E. Searcy, 74, married to Vicki (Wilson), went peacefully to be with the Lord after a short illness, on May 8, 2016. Chuck was born, Nov. 17, 1941, to Maxine and Charles Searcy, in Des Moines, IA.
Chuck served in the Army from April 1967 – April 1970, and is a Vietnam Vet. He worked as an Audio Visual repairman while his children were growing up, and later worked as a wireman for twenty years at Keystone Manufacturing before his retirement.
Chuck enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He would take friends and his family target shooting, in his younger years. He enjoyed going to his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife, friends and family. Chuck was always willing to lend a helping hand, and could fix anything. Chuck always liked to crack a joke. His humor and helpfulness will be missed.
Among those left to honor Chuck’s life are his wife of 52 years, Vicki; brother, Luckey; sister-in-law, Valerie Wilson; daughter, Michelle (Anthony Hamlin); son, Bryan and five grandchildren - Kelsie, Rachel, Eli, Natalie and Lillie, as well as ten nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, on Wednesday evening, May 11th from 6-8pm. Funeral service will be held Thursday, May 12th, at First Assembly of God, 2725 Merle Hay Road, at 11am with a luncheon to follow. Interment will follow luncheon at Highland Memory Gardens, One NE 60th Ave., Des Moines, IA.
Condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Memorials may be directed in honor of Chuck, to First Assembly of God on Merle Hay Road.
Judy Singer
05/11/2016
When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of special memories. Thinking of you and hoping you find comfort in these memories. With Sympathy, Judy Singer (from Jean's class)
Mary Robbins
05/11/2016
Vicki, I'm so, so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. I'm thinking of you and your family. Take care.
Renee (Rodish) Radocaj
05/09/2016
It's because of this wonderful man and his great family that I was baptized and attended church with them growing up. I will never forget what an impact that had on my life. I am so sad by this news and thinking of all of you during this difficult time.