Charles Walter Heal, Sr., 95, of Rochester Hills, Michigan, born to Robert and Hazel (Thompson) Heal on June 30, 1917, in Evansville, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at home in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

Charles led a long and happy life. In the 1940's he worked at Servel in Evansville, Indiana during the development of the ice maker. In 1955 he moved to Herrin, Illinois to work at the Norge plant where he later became plant manager. At age 59, he went to Ardco in Elkton, Kentucky until he was 72 years old. He was an exceptional wood worker who made many projects for family, friends and the First Presbyterian Church in Herrin, Illinois. After retirement, he and Mildred travelled to 5 continents and led a very active life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Surviving are 2 sons: Charles W. (Ginger) Heal, Jr. of Rochester Hills, Michigan and David (Lynne) Heal of Lake of Egypt, Illinois; daughter: Mary Ruth (William) Mygatt of Phoenix, Arizona; 7 grandchildren: Heather Murford, Lance Heal, Brandon Heal, John Heal, Matthew (Kim) Heal, Scott (Mary) Hale and Megan (Cory) MacMenamin and 7 great grandchildren.

Preceding him in death was his wife: Mildred (Owens) Heal; sister: Roberta Feldmann; brother: Robert Beeler Heal, Jr.; grandson Shawn Charles Heal and granddaughter Deanna L. Heal.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday, June 24, 2013, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Indiana with burial in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Wadesville, Indiana, Rev. Michael Neubert officiating.

Visitation will be from 4 – 8 p.m., Sunday, June 23, 2013, at the funeral home.
There will be a memorial service from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, June 23, 2013, conducted at the First Presbyterian Church in Herrin, Illinois.