Fountaintown – On Monday morning, June 8, 2009, with the sun on his face and the wind in his hair, Charles Edward French passed on peacefully at home, surrounded by his family and loved ones.  Charles was preceded in death by his mother, Mary French; father, Charles L. French; and brother, Bill French.  He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry, and his two admirable sons, Chip and Zach. 

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2009 from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Charlie’s home, 10601 N State Road 9 in Fountaintown. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either Riley Hospital for Children, 702 Barnhill Drive, Indianapolis, IN  46202 or the American Diabetes Association, 6415 Castleway W Drive, Suite 114, Indianapolis, IN  46250.  Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary in Greenfield.  Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.erleweinmortuary.com or e-mail condolences to sympathy@erleweinmortuary.com