Memorial
Charles L. Blood, 64, of Cedar Rapids died Tuesday November 22, 2016 at his home. Services at 1:00 PM on Saturday at the Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories. Burial at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. There will be a visitation at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home from 4 to 7 PM on Friday.
Survivors include his wife Ellen of Cedar Rapids; two daughters, Angel (Joe) Moores and Missi (Nathan) Pata all of Marion; his parents Billie and Dick Enneking; four brothers James, Richard and Joseph Blood and Daniel Quinby; five grandchildren Tyler, Joshua, Ashlynn, Isaac, and Aubrey; two step daughters Amber and Ashley Gronwoldt. one step son Gary Gronwold, and his former wife Monica Simmons. He was preceded in death by his father Russell Blood.
Chuck was born on July 19, 1952 in Cedar Rapids the son of Russell and Billie Blood. He attended Kennedy High School and later continued his education at Kirkwood Community College.
Chuck married Ellen Leonhardt on November 17, 2015 in Cedar Rapids.
He worked for the Cedar Rapids Street Dept. and retired from there after more than 30 years of service.
Chuck enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle, and especially the time spent with his beloved family and many many friends. His memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.
A memorial fund has been established.