Charles F. Katzman

October 30, 1941 - November 6, 2020

Charles F. Katzman, 79, of Lafayette passed away Friday, November 6, 2020 at Westpark Rehabilitation. He was born October 30, 1941 in Lafayette, IN, to the late Karl Katzman and Francis (Haaga) Katzman. He was a 1959 graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School. He worked as a Millwright for Jefferson – Smurfit for more than 30 years. Charles proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, American Legion Post #777, NRA, Wounded Warrior Project and National Wildlife. On November 18, 1967 he married Cheryl J. Francis in Lafayette. She preceded him in death on December 24, 2007. Charles enjoyed fishing, camping, watching baseball and going bowling. Surviving are his children: James Butler of Clarksville, TN, Charles J. Katzman of Lafayette, Keri (Abel) Cessa of Indianapolis, and Shannon Sellers of Lafayette; sister Louann Steward of Lafayette. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Blake, Logan, Grant, Ross, Brayden, Ashlynn, Alyssa, Meghan, Jacob, Naomi, Jade and Dakota; and four great grandchildren. Along with his wife, Cheryl, he is preceded in death by his parents, and granddaughter Maria. Visitation will be held from 10am – 11am Thursday, November 12, 2020 at Hippensteel Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 11am with Russell DeHahn officiating. Interment to follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be directed to the family. Current Covid-19 precautions will be observed along the social distancing. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com