Charles Sibthorp Obituary

Charles Dean Sibthorp

Oct. 7, 1953 - Dec. 5, 2023

WARRENSBURG - Charles "Charlie" Dean Sibthorp, 70, of Warrensburg, IL, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Decatur Memorial Hospital, in Decatur IL. Some of his final words were, "Trust in the Lord."

Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 8, 2023, with funeral services at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 9, 2023. Both services will be at New Beginnings Church of God in Decatur, IL, with graveside service to follow at Boiling Springs Cemetery in Decatur. Tanzyus Logan Funeral Service and Care is in charge of the arrangements.

Please sign the family guestbook at tanzyusloganmemorialpages.com.

Charlie was born on October 7, 1953, in Decatur IL, the son of William Jesse and Lois Irene (Hays) Sibthorp. He graduated from Warrensburg-Latham High School in the Class of 1971. Charlie married Lillian Jean Mayfield on May 23, 1975, and had three children. He later married Pamela Lynn (Merritt) on September 17, 2004, in Decatur.

Charlie worked at Staleys, Crown Cork and Seal, Herald & Review, and Steve Shepherd Construction. He also worked in various trades such as carpentry, cement and fine woodworking.

Charlie grew up on the Sibthorp family farm, and lived in the Warrensburg area for the majority of his life. He later returned to the family farm and resided there until his death. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was dedicated to his faith as a member of the New Beginnings Church of God in Decatur, serving the church in various ways throughout his life.

Charlie had a wonderful sense of humor, loving spirit, and a creative mind. He was an avid gardener, starting seedlings and designing his garden each year. He found joy in sharing the produce - whether fresh or canned - with family and friends, and also selling it at the Farmer's Market.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Pam; brother, Craig Sibthorp; sisters: Cheryl Sibthorp and Carole Bradd (Marvin); cousin Katherine Betz; children: Bridget Sibthorp-Moecker (Tony), Kelly Sibthorp (Johnny Power), and Jay Sibthorp (Stephanie); stepsons: Arly Phelps (Mary) and Brad Phelps (Laney Moore); nine grandchildren, five nephews and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents.