Charles Franklin Bone, 87, of Centralia passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at St. Louis University Hospital. He was born on October 21, 1939, in Centralia, the son of John and Marie (Myers) Bone. He married Helen Elder, and they later divorced. He married Sue Ellen Lance on November 2, 1984, in Centralia, and she survives him in Centralia.
Charles is survived by his children, Tony Bone and wife Dawn of Centralia, Tina Mullenix and husband Chad of Centralia, Kristi Rowcliff and husband Cliff of Centralia, and Holli Bone of Centralia; grandchildren, Chelsea Bone, Emily and Brenden Noll, Brittany and Cyle Abbott, Brieanne Mullenix, Ashlie Hails, and Dylan Rowcliff; great-grandchildren, Karsten, Fallon, Tucker, Reid, Bennett, Cole, Connor, and Sawyer; siblings, Bob Bone, Bill Bone, Judy Irvin and husband Dave, and Debbie Boyce and husband Jim; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Eugene Bone and John Bone; sisters, Barbara Cody, Shirley Jones and husband Kenny, and Ruth Ann Carter.
Charles worked for Fredman’s Furniture in the warehouse and made deliveries. He was a member of the Teamsters through his work, and he was a carpet layer. Charles was proud to be in the United States Army Reserves. An avid and skilled crappie fisherman, he enjoyed time spent outdoors on the water. Charles enjoyed working in his yard and tending his garden each year. When he was younger, he liked to play a good game of pool, and he liked to watch westerns on television. Charles was one of the St. Louis Cardinals’ biggest fans, and he was known to root for any team playing against the Dallas Cowboys. College Basketball was another favorite pastime, and he always watched when the Illini played. Charles was a wonderful, providing family man who lived his life to help others. Family and friends will hold all these good memories of Charles close to their hearts.
Per his wishes, cremation rites were accorded, and there will be no public service. Online condolences and memories of Charles may be shared by visiting maczfuneralhomes.com and/or on the funeral home’s Facebook page. Irvin Macz Funeral Home in Centralia is privileged to assist Charles’ family with arrangements.
