Charles E. Sedam, age 89, of Grand Rapids, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at Beacon Hill surrounded by family.

The son of Charles Sr. & Jane (Kuyers) Sedam, he was born on December 30, 1927, in Grand Rapids.  Chuck was a proud U.S. Navy veteran.  After earning his degree in electrical engineering at Michigan State University, he began his career as an aerospace and systems design engineer at Lear, Inc., in 1952.  He eventually received his Master’s Degree from WMU.  “Saint Chuck,” as he was often fondly called, brought joy, love and laughter to the lives of his life-long friends and family.  He was an unfailing son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jason Sedam; and sister, Natalie Swick; Surviving are his loving wife of 66 years, Ruth (Richason) Sedam; daughter, Jere Sedam; granddaughter, Stephanie Hinman; and sister, Elinor Whitehead.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids, with a luncheon to follow. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to either Fountain Street Church or Planned Parenthood.