Charles Andre Via

Via, Charles Andre age 86, of Franklin, Ohio passed away on Tuesday July 19, 2022 at Hillsprings of Springboro. He was born on June 2, 1936 in Covington, Kentucky to the late Samuel and Gladys Via (nee Bailey).

Charles graduated from Gratis High School in 1954. After graduation Charles started working at Armco in Middletown, Ohio and in January of 1959, Charles joined the United States Army for 2 years, and after his honorable discharge he returned back to Armco and retired after 39 years. He belonged to the Middletown Sportsman’s Club, and the Carlisle Lions Club. He was an avid fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Reds. Charles attended the Fairfield Wesleyan Church and was a devoted member for many years.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Samuel Via, Ralph Via, David Via; and sister, Wanda Via; sister in law Ellen McLaughlin.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Patricia Via (nee Phelps); daughter, Cathy Via; sisters in law, Joyce, June, and Patsy Via, Barbara (Robert) Brown, Linda (John) Theiss; brothers in law, Harold (Sherry) Phelps, Jeffrey (Amy) Phelps, and Jim McLaughlin; as well as many nieces, and nephews.

Visitation for Charles will be on Sunday July 24, 2022 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Anderson Funeral Home, 40 North Main Street, Springboro, OH 45066. Funeral Service will immediately follow at 4:00 pm officiated by Billy Bruns of Fairfield Wesleyan Church.

For you convenience masks will be available if needed.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.andersonfunerals-franklin.com for the Via family.