Charles "Lynn" Meeker

1943 - 2020

Charles "Lynn" Meeker

Corpus Christi - Charles "Lynn" Meeker, 77, of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away on Dec. 22nd, 2020. Charles was born in Lima, Ohio on March 29th, 1943 to parents Charles Mac and Angelene May (Benedetto) Meeker. Charles graduated in Ohio from Cridersville High School in 1961 and was known as Lynn to his fellow classmates, He married (Janice Dee Wells) in July of '61 and had the first of his two children (Richard Wells Meeker) March of '62 and in April of '65 (Christine LeAnn Meeker Nutter). Charles divorced in '78 and remarried (Carolyn J. Brown Hackworth Meeker) in '78. Between the two marriages he was blessed with 3 children, 5 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Charles worked for Ford Motor Company in Lima, Ohio, worked on an Associates Degree at OSU in Lima and also owned and operated a CB radio shop in Cridersville, Ohio. After opening the CB shop he began being referred to as "Chopper Charlie". He eventually retired from Ford Motor Company and relocated to Corpus Christi, Texas. Charles had a zest for life that everyone will remember, a passion for history and artifacts, and had a small business late in life called Art-A-Fakes in which he reproduced beautiful renditions of old Indian artifacts. He was also known for his comedic performances, story telling, and many gatherings focused on food, family, friends, and fun.

Charles is survived by his sister (Darlene Meeker Kill Overmyer), his first wife (Janice Dee Wells), his 3 children, 5 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Two Celebrations of Life will be held to honor Charles at a later date. One in Ohio with family and friends and another with family and friends in Corpus Christi, Texas. Details will be communicated when final plans have been made. Charles' zest for life and laughter will forever be remembered. God's arms will hold him until we all meet again. Rest in Loving Peace! GUARDIAN FUNERAL HOME