Charles T. Eckles, 69, of Marshalltown, IA, entered into eternal life at 4:16 P.M., on April 16, 2010, at his residence while under the care of Iowa River Hospice. A Celebration of Charles’ life will be held 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at First United Church of Christ in Marshalltown. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 20, 2010, at the Pursel Davis Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Inurnment will be in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations to honor Charles may be directed to Iowa River Hospice and First United Church of Christ, 204 S. 4th Ave, Marshalltown, IA 50158. Online condolences may be sent to www.vogelfuneralhomes.com. Pursel Davis Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
Charles Thomas Eckles was born August 24, 1940, in Marshalltown, IA, the son of Homer S. and Mary L. (Nichols) Eckles. He attended Wetherbee Rural Schools and graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1958. He continued his education at the University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa, and received an AA Degree at the Marshalltown Jr. College. On September 25, 1960, Charles was united in marriage to Sharon Jane McKibben at the First Friends Church in Marshalltown. He was employed at Fisher Controls as a technical writer and product engineer, retiring in 1995. After his retirement he was the sole proprietor of Marshall Relics from 1996 until 2000.
Charles had a passion for history and collecting everything from old coins, postcards, stamps and other old relics. He loved to fish, and spending many hours tying fishing flies. He also enjoyed bird watching, agate hunting, and was very active in local, county, state, and national politics. He was also involved in many church activities, serving as a Deacon and on many boards and committees. Charles was a member of Marshall County Historical Society, Susie Sower Trust, Marshall County Landfill Commission and The Republican Party.
Charles will be missed dearly by his wife Sharon, daughters, Jane Marie (Dan) Cave of Charlotte, NC, Julia Ann (Ronald) Ohrt of Marshalltown, Jocelyn Kaye (Jeffrey) Bruce of Ankeny; 9 grandchildren, and brother, Robert C. (Claire) Eckles of Port Orange, FL. |
Avonelle Smith Ebersole
My Sympathy Sharon to you and your family at this difficult time. May you know he is not suffering now. Classmate and friend, Avonelle Ebersole
Burris Workman
Sharon, my thoughts are with you and the attention you gave Charlie. I always remember him as a good person and remember ice skating on the pond across the road from the house. Burris Workman
Bob Mason
Aloha Sharon,
My heartfelt condolences to you in this time of sorrow. Charlie was one of the nicest and coolest guys ever to attend MHS. I have fond memories of our high school days together.
Bob Mason
Mary Andrews Nehring
I am so very sorry to hear about Charles. I remember how perfect a couple he and Sharon made. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time, Sharon.
Mary Andrews Nehring
Lee Willim
Sharon and family,
Many fond memories from HS to Iowa City. We only got into trouble a couple of times. I know the feeling of loss you are feeling now. My thought and prayers are with you.
Lee
Beverly Wilcox Collins
Sharon, Charles will be missed by all of us. He was a good and caring person.
Maris Collins Schad
Sharon, MHS was a better school for having you and Charles there. I remember our fun times at the "Y" and his welcoming smile. I'm so glad I was able to see him at our last reunion. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maris Collins Schad '58
Allie Bradbury
Sharon what dear friends you and Charles have been to me over the years. Your love for one another was an inspiration and example for all to see and model after in their own lives. Sharon you were the "Angel" that loved and cared for Charles as his health was compromised these last few years. Charles will be missed by all of us that knew and loved him. My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow and will continue always. Much love to you and your precious family.
Nile Brennecke
Sharon, I am indeed saddened to hear of the passing of Charles. He was always one of the nicest guys; a great contribution to MHS and the community.