Charles Lee Farris

Charles Lee Farris obituary, Grand Rapids, MI

Charles Lee Farris

About

Upcoming Events

Mar

16

Memorial Gathering

12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

OSKAR SCOTs

3555 68th Street Southeast, Caledonia, MI 49316

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Services provided by

Ofield Funeral Home

Only 12 hours left for delivery to next service.

Charles Farris Obituary

Visit the Ofield Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Charles Lee “Chuck” Farris, age 64, of Wyoming, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, fighting until the very end, surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 24, 1962, in Grand Rapids, to Charles & Ruth Farris.

Chuck proudly served his country in the U.S. Army serving as an MP stationed in Korea.

He enjoyed fishing, going to the Berlin Racetrack. Chuck’s greatest love is his family.

He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline “Jacquie” Farris; children, Natasha (Mary) Schmidt, Kayla Gardner, Michael Palmer and Josephine Farris; grandchildren, Nadianna King, Pheonix King and Noah Barts; brothers, Doug & David Farris; mother-in-law, Kathy McGeehin; two sisters-in-law; special aunt, many special cousins and favorite dogs, Kaira and Spartacus.

He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

Chuck will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family. His memory will live on through the many lives he touched.

A Memorial Gathering will be held from 12:300pm until 3:30pm on Monday, March 16, 2026, at OSKAR SCOTs, 3555 68th St SE #9, Caledonia, MI. Military honors will be rendered at 1:30pm by the U.S. Army and Kent County Veteran Honor Guard.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Ofield Funeral Home

4500 Kalamazoo Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Make a Donation
in Charles Farris's name

How to support Charles's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Charles Farris's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Mar

16

Memorial Gathering

12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

OSKAR SCOTs

3555 68th Street Southeast, Caledonia, MI 49316

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Services provided by

Ofield Funeral Home

Only 12 hours left for delivery to next service.