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Charles Haggard Obituary

Charles A. "Charlie" Haggard, 76, of Waynesfield, OH, passed away peacefully 10:34 a.m., Saturday, October 11, 2025, at The Springs, Lima, with his family at his side. He was born April 30, 1949, in Logan Co., OH, the son of the late Don and Sylvia (McKee) Haggard. On November 20, 1971, he married Sue E. Ellicker, and she survives.
Other survivors include,
2 children, Joseph Haggard, Waynesfield,
Jacqueline "Jacque" Radford, Columbus, OH;
2 grandchildren, Tanner Radford and A. J. Grumbling;
2 great grandchildren, Braxton and Beau Radford;
`siblings, Ralph (Mary) Haggard, Lima,
Evelyn Osborne, Lima.
In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by an infant son, Jason Haggard and a brother, Jack Haggard.
Charlie retired form B.P. Chemical, Lima, after 25 years of service. A graduate of Waynesfield-Goshen High School, he was a member of the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. Charlie also served as a Wayne Twp. Trustee and was a member of the Wayne Township Fire Department. Charlie enjoyed playing golf. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandsons and loved watching them play baseball and play in the band, or joining them on the golf course when he was able. He rarely missed attending home athletic games at Waynesfield Goshen High School whether football or basketball. Charlie was a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan.
The family will receive friends 2-5 p.m., Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Waynesfield Chapel of the Eley Funeral Home. Burial will take place later in the Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wayne Twp. Fire and EMS. 3Condolences may be expressed at www.eleyfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.

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Published by Wapakoneta Daily News from Oct. 13 to Oct. 14, 2025.

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John Hawk

October 14, 2025

Charlie and I worked together at the Ammonia Unit for many years, he was on my shift for years! We played golf together, he was much better a golfer than I was! I wish that I could attend the funeral but we now live in Gulf Shores Beach Alabama! My thoughts and prayers are with the family!

Karen Perrine

October 14, 2025

Such great memories of Charlie! Always smiling and so kind! Rest in peace Charlie.

Christina

October 13, 2025

It was an honor to know Charlie during his time at the springs of Lima. The sweetest, most gentle man. I will miss him greatly. We all loved him so much at the springs. Rest peacefully buddy.

Andrea Marshall

October 13, 2025

Oh my Charlie. It was my greatest joy taking care of you. You were my adopted gpa. Your smile lit up a room. Out of all the medical problems you had you always stayed your happy little self. We hated to see you go but I know you were tired of fighting. I hope heaven is beautiful and you found everyone you were looking for.. keep looking over your family and keep us on our toes. We love you buddy. We will be seeing you this isnt good bye its see you later.

Tom Bodell

October 13, 2025

RIP My good friend Charlie, You will be missed by your many friends.
Sincere condolences to all of his family.

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