Charles Dabbs

Charles “Chuck” Dabbs, 79, of Berne, Indiana, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. Born on March 2, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois, he was a son of the late Alice (Herman) Piechuta.

Chuck was united in marriage to Judy Leth on August 6, 1977 in Illinois. He was an injection molding operator in Greenville, Michigan, retiring after 16 years of service. Chuck was also a volunteer at Menno Hof in Shipshewana. Chuck liked to watch TV, especially Westerns. He liked to travel with Judy and traveled as much as they could. Most of all, Chuck loved being a grandpa and spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Judith Dabbs, of Berne; step-sons, Michael (Diane) Hicks of Ohio, Ronald Hicks of Oklahoma, Robert Hicks of Illinois, and Jason Hicks of Illinois; daughter, Rebecca Blanton of Berne; grandson, Joshua Blanton of Berne; eight step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; half-brother, Tom Ashley; and half-sister, Debbie Malinowski.

A private service will be held for Chuck at a later date. Preferred memorials may be made to First Mennonite Church or Josh Blanton’s Education Fund in c/o Rebecca Blanton.