Charles R. “Charlie/Chuck” Benard

GROVER HILL, OH:

Charles R. “Charlie/Chuck” Benard, age 65, passed away at his home in Grover Hill, OH surrounded by his family.

Chuck was born in Defiance, OH to his late parents, William H.C. and Fern (Lane) Benard. On May 21, 1988, he married Patricia L. “Trish” (King) Benard who preceded him in death on May 12, 2026.

He worked in maintenance at Haviland Drainage Products for several years. In his earlier years, he worked at Stokley’s in Paulding. Chuck had a love for NASCAR, especially driver Mark Martin, or anyone driving a Ford. He enjoyed collecting knives, watches, and hats. He loved loud rock music, especially Bob Seger or 1980’s hair bands and his Budweiser.

Chuck will be lovingly missed by his favorite daughter, Leslie (Stan) Ankney, Ayersville, OH; son, Ted (Cassandra) King, Van Wert, OH; daughter, Amber Bernard, Defiance, OH; special grandsons he helped raised, Preston, Zoah, and Zanden; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister, Sarah (Bob) Anderson, Montpelier, OH; brothers, Billy (Mary) Benard, Defiance, OH; Mike (Pat) Benard, Defiance, OH.

He is also preceded in death by his sisters: Linda Vance, Jean Benard, and Phillis Howard.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Inurnment will take place in St. Paul Cemetery, Paulding Township, OH.

Flowers and tributes may be sent directly to Chuck’s daughter, Leslie Ankney, at 29141 Steinmaier Road, Defiance, OH 43512.

Online condolences may be shared at denherderfh.com.