Born March 16, 1951 in Peoria, he was the son of Nephi Carl and Marietta Maude (Bledsoe) Isbell. His parents and one brother, Stewart Leroy Carpenter preceded him in death.
Surviving are two brothers, Nephi Russell (Nancee) Isbell of Ontario, Oregon and Carl Isbell of Pekin, who was his twin; two sisters, Victoria Elora Merry of Low Point and Sharon Kay Siebert of Peoria; thirteen nieces and nephews and twenty-five great nieces and nephews.
He had served in the United States Army as a medic during the Vietnam War.
Chuck last worked for Ernie’s in Pekin.
He enjoyed fishing and watching TV. He was a longtime biker and was fond of animals.
No services or visitation are planned. Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made to Tazewell Animal Protective Society, 100 Taps Lane, Pekin, IL 61554.
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