Charles Benjamin Connes Sr.

Charles Benjamin Connes Sr., (Chuck), has Passed away in his sleep at age 75 at his home in Denver, Colorado on November 18th 2019. Chuck was a devoted husband of 44 years, father and friend and son of Ervin and Edna Connes. Chuck was born in Richmond California June 27th, 1944. After graduating from Richmond High School in California Chuck proudly served with Honor in the United States Navy aboard the USS Valley Forge During Vietnam. Recieving his AA degree in Computer Science, at the same time starting his Mechanic career at Fort Ord, went on to become Master Mechanic as well as working and training students at Stanford University in the field. For the entirety of his career as Master Mechanic Chuck specialized his craft at Amf Bowling Centers from California to Colorado where he retired. After retirement Chuck worked for Denver Public Schools as a Bus Driver for several years. Chuck was an Avid Bowler and Fisherman and loved to work on his classic cars. Chuck was also a devoted sports fan of the Oakland Raiders and Los Angeles Lakers. Survived by his wife Grayce Margaret Connes, his sons James Connes, Jason Connes, Charles Connes Jr. and 5 grandchildren. Burial service will take place at Fort Logan National Cemetery on Tuesday November 26th at 1:00 PM. Mother and Fathers Names; Ervin R. Connes, Edna M. League Pallbearers James Connes (son), Donovan Taylor (Grandson), Frank Kuntz, John Hawk, Derek Brown, Mathew Molberg. Taps performed by; Leonard Molberg