Charles Binkley 1929-2013
Charles W. Binkley, 83, died at 9:43 a.m. Jan. 27, 2013 at Richland Manor, Bluffton. He was born April 17, 1929, in Lima to the late William and Mary (Fleming) Binkley. On Oct. 3, 1958, he married M. Aileen Diller and she survives.
Mr. Binkley retired from Phillips Corporation, Ottawa. He was a member of the Pandora Church of Christ. Survivors also include a sister-in-law Lucille Binkley of Lima and several nieces and nephews.
Three brothers Robert, Chester and Russell Binkley; three sisters Lenore Crites, Lela GaGoudy, Pauline Motter and three infant sisters preceded him in death.
Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton. Pastor Steve Holbrook officiating. Burial will be in Desenberg Cemetery, Jackson Township. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Richland Manor Nursing Home.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com
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