Elmer D. Charles

Elmer D. Charles, 86, of Ligonier passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at home. He was born on August 2, 1938 to John and Sarah (Rasnick) Charles in War, West Virginia. On February 27, 1976 he married Rosemary Taulbee; she passed away on April 1, 2019.

Elmer was a pentecostal minister for over 40 years, and a retired coal miner. He was a beloved and cherished husband, father, and grandfather. He was greatly loved by his family and friends and will never be forgotten.

Elmer is survived by a son, Elmer Defroy Charles, Jr. of Michigan City; five daughters, Rosie (Ronnie) Compton of Rochester, Wilma (Shane) Grant of Elkhart, Sara (David) Macias, and Angel (Adam Long) Charles of Ligonier, Rosamarie (Josh) Charles; a sister, Gertrude Kinslow of Ligonier; 36 grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Rosemary; a son, John Charles; five brothers; two sisters; and 10 grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held in Elmer's honor at 1 PM on Saturday. August 17, 2024 at the Church of the Stone, 7270 S SR 9, Wolcottville, IN 46795. Pastor Michael Stanley will officiate, and burial will follow at Oak Park Cemetery in Ligonier.

Friends and family will be received from 3-7 PM on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the church, and for one hour prior to the service on Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Charles family.