Charles Burks Obituary

Charles F. "Fred" Burks

Charles F. "Fred" Burks, 77, of Sycamore, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, in the comfort of his own home surrounded by those he loved.

Charles, known by Fred to many, was born Jan. 5, 1947, in McCutchenville, the 12th child of George and Oleta (Dible).

Fred is survived by his children, Tami (Gregg) Bell of Sycamore, Shelli (Duane) Coldiron of Sycamore, Natalie (Eric) Butterman of Bucyrus, and Matthew Burks of Sycamore; grandchildren, Hanna and Kayla Burks, Bryan (Aubrey) Bell, Kaitlin Bell and Morgan Bell, Erika (Josh) Kirian, Lydia and Jake Coldiron, and Drew, Charli, and Willa Butterman; great-grandchildren, Spencer, Jane, and Noah; and siblings, Floy Swerlein, Lois Wolber, Ginny Berberick, and Paul Burks and a dear mentor to Austin "Chub" Harris.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Carl Burks, Owen Burks, Donald Burks, Clyde Burks, Eva Pahl, Mary Latham, and Helen Jinks.

Fred was a 1965 graduate of Sycamore Mohawk High School and was a member of Sycamore United Church of Christ. Fred devoted himself to working on the family farm. He was a dairy and crop farmer. In his earlier years, Fred was a member of Ohio Young Farmers. Fred always started off his day with his morning cup of coffee before heading into the fields or tending to his dairy herd. Fred was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan, loved fishing, hunting, playing a good round of golf, or watching old western movies. He also enjoyed spending time in Canada relaxing with a fishing pole in his hand. Fred took great pride in his family. He volunteered to coach his children's sporting events and would help anyone, especially his family, in a time of need.

Visitation will be 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2024, until the time of Fred's celebration of life at 6 p.m. at Stombaugh-Batton & Snyder Funeral Home, 225 W. Findlay St., Carey, Ohio, 43316. Chaplain Steve Sturgeon will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made in Fred's honor to Wyandot Memorial Hospice or charity of the donor's choice.

Stombaugh-Batton & Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve Fred's family and those wishing to send a condolence or a fond memory are asked to visit www.stombaughbatton.com.