- Date Of Birth: July 28, 1942
- Date Of Death: October 26, 2020
- State: Indiana
Charles E. Mapes, 78, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. On July 28, 1942, he was born in Elkhart to the late Charles E. Mapes and Sarah J. (Smith) Mapes.
Charles is survived by his children, Christy Caffrey and Bryan Mapes; grandchildren, Sashia (Jacob) Norment, McKinley (Brad Keegan) Mapes, Daylon Frye, Maxson Caffrey, and Lydia Caffrey; great grandchildren, Ayrabella, Gwendolyn, and Alden Norment; two nephews he helped raise, Roy Barnett and Henry (Diane) Barnett; and siblings, Kathy Beardsley, Robert Mapes, and Vinnia (Denis) Eash. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Priscilla “Pat” Mapes; parents; son, Aaron Mapes; and brothers, John and Raymond Mapes.
Charles worked as a Machinist for over 60 years at Jessen Manufacturing and was a long-time member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. He was an avid Bingo player, enjoyed visiting the casinos with Pat, and was a fan of westerns. Though he was often reserved in nature, he had a welcoming presence. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy.
