Charles William Grandestaff, age 87, of Warrensburg, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, at Country Club Care Center.

He was born on February 18, 1938, in Lamonte, Missouri, the son of John and Ruth Grandestaff. On November 5, 1960, Charles was united in marriage to Sandra Schneider. Together they raised eight children—four daughters and four sons.

Charles served proudly in the United States Marine Corps, a reflection of his deep commitment to duty, family, and country. He retired from United Airlines after 30 years of service.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra; his children: Crystal Candelaria of Sedalia, MO; Tammy Grandestaff of Sedalia, MO; Penny Copley of Windsor, MO; Wendy Grandestaff of Denver, CO; John Grandestaff of Stephens City, VA; Brian Grandestaff of Westminster, CO; Daniel Grandestaff of Parker, CO; and William Grandestaff of Tampa, FL; and sister Flo Ellen Bird. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Linda Grandestaff.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg, MO. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until the time of service. A graveside service will follow at Knob Noster Cemetery in Knob Noster, MO.

Charles will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who deeply loved his family.