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Charles Edward Springs
CHARLES EDWARD SPRINGS
Cedar Rapids
Charles Edward Springs, 61, of Cedar Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at Grandview Health Care Center in Oelwein. Memorial services will be held at a future date. Inurnment will take place at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery in Cedar Rapids.
Charles was born on Oct. 26, 1959, in Natchez, Miss. He was the son of Sylvester Grinnell and Ruby Walton. He had worked in construction. In his free time, Charles enjoyed cooking and watching TV.
Survivors include his brother, Willie (Sarah) Clay of Natchez, Miss; and sister, Clara (Riley) Swayze of Cedar Rapids. Charles is also survived by his nieces, nephews, five great-nephews, and a special friend Laurice.
Preceding him in death were his parents and brother Robert.
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