Charles Bernard Gripshover, 52

Charles Bernard Gripshover, 52, of Grant County passed away at home on Sunday, Jan. 28. Charles was born on Sept. 28, 1971. He was the only child to the late Bernard Joseph Gripshover and Wanda Lee (Moore) Gripshover, of Petersburg.

Charles (Charlie) was a witty and humorous fellow. He loved a good practical joke and making people laugh. He loved fast cars, fast food and spending time with family and friends. Charlie enjoyed working in construction and was a jack of many trades. He was adventurous and creative. Charlie created many challenges for himself to overcome in his short lifetime. He will be missed. He will always be loved.

He was predeceased by his parents and his grandparents, George and Mary Gripshover; and Charles Moore and Linda (Napier) Moore, and his maternal great uncle, Walter Napier.

Surviving to keep his memory are daughter Alicia Welch (Logan), two grandchildren and many family members and friends. A memorial will be held March 16 at Elsmere Church of Christ from 1-3 p.m.

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