Charles L. Mapes Sr.

Charles L. Mapes Sr., 71, Machine Shop Inspector for Center Industries, passed away March 16, 2018. Charles was a former Lodge Master and member of Masonic Lodge #99. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and rose gardening. He was a knowledgeable, proud and responsible man, who worked hard for his family and ensured that they were kept in comfort. Charles was outgoing and never met a stranger; he had a great sense of humor and loved teasing those who knew him. He is preceded in passing by his parents, Clarence and Sarah Mapes. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sherril Mapes, sons, Jeremy (Marjorie) and Charles Mapes II; brothers, Randall and Terry (Robin) Mapes; sister, Patricia Henry; grandchildren, Stephanie (Travis) Uecker and Steve (Jessica) and Matthew Vega; great-granddaughters, Joie and Mia Vega and great-grandsons, Aiden and Gideon Uecker. A visitation will take place from 5-8 p.m. Friday, March 23, and funeral service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2018, both at Resthaven Mortuary, 11800 West Highway 54, Wichita, KS.