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Charles Alfred Burns Jr., 63, of Findlay, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, at Fox Run Manor.
He was born January 1, 1962, in Toledo, to Charles A. Sr. and Inez E. (Nickelson) Burns.
Charles graduated from Anthony Wayne High School. He married his wife, Debra Light, in October 2003, and she preceded him in death.
For two decades, he was a maintenance worker at Findlay Village Mall. He has a passion for lawn care and enjoys repairing small engines. Charles adored his cat, Rosey, and was a fan of the TV show Big Bang Theory. He also loves listening to rock and roll music from the 1970s and 1980s.
Charles is survived by his children, David (Jeannette) Altvater and Jules (Rob) Cavey; six grandchildren, Dylan Strohl of Helena, Sam Tuttle of Bascom, Monique Altvater of Lima, Megan (Kurtis) Strohl of Fostoria, Ivy Rose Tuttle of Tiffin, and Brennen Cavey of Berlin Heights; and one great-granddaughter, Mei Seibert of Lima.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Debra; his parents; and granddaughter, Alicha Tuttle.
Friends and family may visit 2-3:30 p.m. Monday December 1, 2025, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500). Charles' memorial service will begin at 3:30 p.m., following visitation at the funeral home, with Pastor Jim Klausing presiding.
Memorial contribu-tions in Charles' name may be made to The Armes Family Cancer Care Center, 15990 Medical Dr. S., Findlay, OH 45840.
Online condolences may be expressed to family at www.huffordfh.com.
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