Charles Henry Donaldson III

Charles "Chuck" H. Donaldson III, of O Fallon, MO, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the age of 42. Cherished son of Charles (Kimberly) Donaldson, Jr. and Vickie Donaldson; dear brother of Angel Donaldson and Elizabeth Donaldson; loving uncle of Carys Donaldson; grandson of Linda (the late Charles Sr.) Donaldson; nephew of Christina (Roland) Dickhans and Corey (Kayla) Lumpkins; godfather of Arianna Daniel; loved by many cousins, extended family, and friends. Chuck is preceded in death by three of his uncles, Timothy Donaldson, George Lumpkins, Jr., and Dwayne Campbell, and his grandparents, Juanita and Buford Campbell, and George and Martha Lumpkins.

Chuck attended the University of Missouri–Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies. Chuck was proud to be a member of Mizzou's Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) Fraternity. He continued his education at Lindenwood University, earning his Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Chuck deeply loved his family and his dog Bo. He had a passion for cooking and traveling. He had a quirky sense of humor; always finding a way to make himself and those around him laugh. He also had a flair for fashion and his own sense of style, notably his shoes, watches, and sunglasses. Chuck loved the outdoors, always finding time for hiking, hunting, and other outdoor activities, especially when done with family. He loved having the opportunity to serve on the board of the Missouri Adoption Exchange for several years. He was dearly beloved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

If you would like to honor Chuck's life, consider donating in his name to the Missouri Adoption Exchange or to the organization Shatterproof.

A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a future date.