Charles T. Uchtman

Charles “Chuck” Truman Uchtman departed this life on October 18, 2021, from his home in Harrisonville, MO.  Chuck was born in Conway Springs, Kansas, on April 11, 1933.  The family lived there until moving to Ava, Missouri, in 1943 where he met Marilyn Hunt.  They married and had four children while living in the Kansas City, Missouri, area.  He moved his family to Grain Valley, MO, where his love for the outdoors flourished as he hunted, fished, and took care of animals, especially his dogs, etc.  In 1966, he married Leona (DeFilippo) Griffin and moved to Tarsney Lakes, MO, where his adventures continued.

Chuck was a foreman in various manufacturing companies before getting his electrical license and starting his own electrical contracting business, Chuck’s Electric.  He was involved as a deputy with the Jackson County Sheriff Department and local government in Tarsney Lakes. 

Chuck learned to play the guitar as a kid in Ava, which became one of his passions as he was an avid guitarist throughout his life, playing with various bands and groups.  He enjoyed public jam sessions but could also be found in his own living room as he played for his and his family’s entertainment.  He played in various church worship bands and enjoyed his time at River of Life Church in Kingsville, MO. 

Chuck was preceded in death by his wife, Leona Uchtman, parents, Lewis and Altha Uchtman, brother, Henry Uchtman, sister, Myrtle Clinkenbeard, and sons, David Griffin and Randy Griffin.  He is survived by his children, Craig Griffin, Debi Williams, Pat Droege, Tom Griffin, Dennis Uchtman, Steve Griffin, Doug Uchtman, and Paula Liberty.  He also had 36 grandchildren, 92 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great-grandchildren.

He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all that knew and loved him.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at River of Life Church, 1772 NW 450 Road in Kingsville, MO 64061.  The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.  Private burial in Perdee Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to River of Life Church.

Arrangements:  Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO   816-690-4441