Born December 16, 1953, in Mclennan, AB, he was the son of the late Joseph Robert Stauffer and Pearl Marguerite (Porter) Stauffer. He was employed for over 25 years driving truck. He also worked at a rail yard, feed lots, and thoroughly enjoyed construction and carpentry. Through the years he enjoyed reading, expanding his knowledge, tying flies for fishing, golfing, and loved any interaction with his grandchildren.

Charles is survived by his wife, Laura (Hofer), a son, Justin Charles (Raymond, AB) with his wife Diana (Mast) and their three sons J. Riordin, Raffi Charles, and Bode; a daughter, Nola Elizabeth (Hagerstown, MD), her husband Vaughn Martin and their three children Tori, Carmen, and Tyrone. Charles is also survived by three brothers, Doug, Dennis, and Terry and three sisters, Irene, Donna, and Ruth; an uncle, Jim Stauffer (Aunt Dora) and an aunt, Ruth Ann Stauffer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his niece Emily Joy Stauffer and numerous aunts and uncles.

A Funeral Service will be held Monday, Nov. 10, 2014, at 2 P.M. at College Drive Community Church 2710 College Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. Pastor Terry Stauffer will officiate. Private Family Burial.