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Charles “Chuck” John Carson, 83, passed away peacefully, in his own home on March 5, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born February 8, 1943, in Muskegon, the son of Fred and Pauline (Miel) Carson.
Chuck was a lifelong resident of Fruitland Township, he married Vida Botruff in 1970, and worked at Whitehall Leather Company for 18 years before his health limited his career.
Chuck is survived by: children, Richard (Ellen) Felber, Cheryl Hite, Carrol (Dave) Sparks, and Sandy (Greg) Simmons; grandchildren, Allen Hite, Shelly Modrow, Hollie Felber, Patrick Hite, Bryan Felber, Jody Villerot, Stephen Ruud, Joshuya Simmons, and Samantha Wilson; siblings, Paul and Patty Carson; many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Chuck was preceded in death by: parents, Fred and Pauline (Miel) Carson; wife, Vida E. Carson; sisters, Donna Hein, Mary Bernhardt, Ruth McClellan, Bessie Bernhardt; brothers, Leo Johnson, Melvin Johnson, Harvey Carson, and Pat Carson; and granddaughter, Jennifer Langlois.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Corewell Health Foundation, at https://give.corewellhealth.org/hospice-donation or by mail, 100 Michigan St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
In accordance with Chuck’s wishes cremation has taken place and a memorial will be held at a later date. Please check back for further details.
Beacon Cremation &Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
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