Charles Wayne Stephens, age 71, of Elkhart passed away on November 16, 2019.

He was born on March 27, 1948 in Greenfield, California to Walter and Lois Stephens. Charles was inducted into the United States Army on January 13, 1981 in Chicago, Illinois. He served during the Vietnam War. Charles was honorably discharged on October 9, 1986 in New Jersey. He enjoyed to travel, taking photographs, gardening, remodeling spending time with family and most of all playing with his grandchildren.

Charles is survived by his children, Casey (Jennifer) Stephens of Winimac, IN and Cassie (Julio) Arredondo of Selma, TX; 4 grandchilden, Antonio Arredondo, Andres Arredondo, Mason Stephens and Walker Stephens; mother.

He preceded in death by his father.

Funeral service will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019 1:00 p.m. at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to service. To share a remembrance of Charles or to offer condolences to his family, please visit www.chapelhillmemorial.com .