In loving memory of

Charles F. Ely
March 8, 2017

Charles F. Ely, age 83, of Quincy, died Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at 4:25 am in his home.

Charles was born May 26, 1933 in Stoutsville, Missouri, the son of Leon and Adelaide Hurd Ely. He married Merrigold "Meg" Parrish on December 31, 1993 in Madison, MO. She survives.

In addition to his wife, Meg Ely, Charles is survived by: two sons: Blake (Mary) Ely of Bradenton, FL; and Kelly (Frances) Ely of San Antonio, TX; six grandchildren; four step-children: Cindy (Arlyn) Voorhis of Liberty, MO; Sandy D. (Willma) Heckman of Windsor, Colorado; Thad (Patty) Heckman of Carbondale, IL; and Tammy (Michelle) Bringaze of North Hampton, MA; and eight step-grandchildren.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Barbara Jo Giblin.

Memorial Service: 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 13, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Wayne Lock officiating.

Visitation: at the time of service at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home

Memorials: Quincy Humane Society

www.hansenspear.com

Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

 

Tributes

Tammy studer Elliott wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"Blake and Kelly so sorry to here about your dad sending prayers for you all."

Faith Grice Thornton wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"Blake, Kelly & Meg So sorry to hear this sad news! Breaks my heart! You are all in my thoughts & prayers! I sure did love Charles!"

Linda and Becky wrote on Mar 15, 2017:

"Meg, Tammy and family We are so sorry for your loss. May good memories of Charles provide you some solace. Becky and Linda"

Debbie & Tom Hemmerle wrote on Mar 14, 2017:

"Chuck, I know you first stop was at the Rainbow Bridge picking up your beloved Heller."

Mary Ely wrote on Mar 14, 2017:

"May the wind be at his back and Heller by his side. Let the next part of his journey be free of pain and suffering. Love Mary"

Jayne Giambrone wrote on Mar 12, 2017:

"Aunt Meg, Blake & Kelly So sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Uncle Charles and wish I had a chance to visit him before his passing. May he rest in peace. Jayne, Peter, GianPaul, Joanna"

Charles Blake Ely wrote on Mar 11, 2017:

"Meg, thank you for taking care of Dad and making arrangements for him. Tammy thank you for helping out and for reading the Bible passages I selected. I am so sorry not to be there now but am glad I got to come see him so many times in the last year, even in his decline. May he rest in peace. I love and miss him greatly. Your son Blake."

Amy and Linda wrote on Mar 9, 2017:

"Tammy, So sorry for the loss of your step Dad. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs. Amy and Linda"

Jonna McLaughlin - RN Blessing Homecare wrote on Mar 9, 2017:

"Meg - thinking of you and missing "Chuckie Baby", I always enjoyed our visits,"

Megan O'Brien wrote on Mar 9, 2017:

"I am so sorry for your loss Merrigold. My mom Mabel & I met you at Tammy & Michelle's party for Greyson in Northampton. Peace be unto you.. Megan O'Brien Westfield State U."

Peggy wrote on Mar 9, 2017:

"Tammy, Meg & family, so very sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers to all of you. Paul & Peggy Carbonneau"

cindy [Hufford] Hatfield wrote on Mar 8, 2017:

"So sorry Meg prayers for u and your family may Charles R.I.P."