Charles Edward Runyan, 82 of Sod was taken to heaven with angels by his side on Thursday, February 9, 2023, after a short illness.
He was born July 5, 1940, in Garretts Bend. He was a lifelong resident of Sod. He was an instrument fitter for Union Carbide with 25 years of service and a lifelong member of Alum Creek Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ford and Virginia Runyan and his brother, Kenneth Runyan.
Charles cherished his family and friends, and leaves behind his loving wife of 60 years, Vickie; his daughter, Lori (Brian) Woodrum of Sod; son, Chris (Kerry Hippensteel) of North Manchester, IN; and grandchildren, Elizabeth and Charlie Woodrum of Sod; siblings, Richard (Betty) Runyan of Sod, Pasty (CB) Keeney of Alum Creek, Nancy (Bob) Matthews of Sod, Gary (Deanna) Runyan of Merritts Island, FL and sister-in-law, Bonnie Runyan of Alum Creek, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends who loved him dearly.
Charles was a faithful, devoted, and loving Christian, husband, father, and grandfather. He was always there with a smile on his face to lend a helping hand. He will truly be missed by many.
A graveside service to celebrate Charles’ life will be at 1:00pm, Monday, February 13, at Lively Cemetery, Sod with Joseph Watts officiating.
For all the Runyan Family,
So very sorry to hear of Charles’ passing. I know he has been struggling with several health problems for awhile and now our Beloved Lord has eased his suffering.
He was a faithful servant and a gentle soul. He always had a smile on his face and was one of the first ones to greet you and shake your hand at church.
We are so glad we were able to talk a little while with him a few months ago.
It is so hard for a family to lose a loved one at anytime but seems especially unfair to lose two family members in just a few months apart.
I know Kenneth was there to meet Charles when he crossed over into the Heavenly Light.
May God Bless and Comfort you at this time and the days ahead as only He can do.
Love,
Marshall&Sandy(Madden)
Pauley