Mr. Charles "Chuck" "Babe`" Samuels Sr.

August 6, 1959 - November 17, 2017

Mr. Chuck Samuels, Sr., 58, of Peoria, IL passed away at 10:21 am on Friday, November 17, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his family. Chuck was born on August 6, 1959 in Greenville, MS. He was the son of Charlie and Mary Elizabeth (Grace) Stimage. His early education was in Greenville, MS. The family moved to Peoria in 1977 where he graduated from Woodruff High School. Upon graduation, Chuck entered the US Army where he served proudly. He worked for SC2 Factory for many years. He was currently working for G&D Integrated as a Forklift Operator. Chuck loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also loved fishing, and watching sports. Chuck leaves to cherish his most precious memories his loving family, one daughter, Carissa (Cornelius Thomas) Samuels of Peoria; three sons, Charles A. Samuels, Jr., of Ripley, TN, Timothy (Sheree) Samuels and Eric Samuels both of Nashville, TN; five brothers, William (Silvia) Myles of Virginia Beach, VA, Kenny (Samantha) Myles of Collinsville, IL, Melvin (Andrewl) Stimage of Cleveland, MS, Larry (Sally) Stimage and Amos Stimage both of Peoria; four sisters, Georgia Myles of Decatur, GA, Valarie Stimage of Tampa, FL, Barbara Stimage and Angela Stimage both of Peoria; 16 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Bertha Mae Miller and Sharon Denise Stimage, one niece, Laytonia Miller and his companion for over 17 years, Mary Neely. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church with a visitation one hour prior beginning at 10 am. Pastor Alphonso Lyons, Jr., will officiate. Chuck will be laid to rest at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield,IL. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at simonsmortuary.com.