Charles Francis Pelan Obituary
The memory of Charles Francis Pelan of Bethalto, Illinois, born in Wood River, Illinois, who passed away on January 7, 2026 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Barbara C. Pelan; his parents, Charles M. Pelan and Irene H. Andra; and his brother Jerome G. Pelan. He is survived by: his daughters, Sheri Frazier (Greg), Lori Pelan and Elizabeth Lee (Michael); his sister Evelyn Geideman; and his grandchildren, Michael Frazier, Ryan Frazier, Jaime Armstrong, Jacob Waddell, Abigail Ebert, Raegan Waddell, Patrick Owens, James Hull, Tyler Svoboda, Heather Lee and Nicki Skelton. He is also survived by spouses or significant others; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
