Charles H. Vandegriffe

Charles H. Vandegriffe of O’Fallon, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday September 12, 2018, at the age of 88. Beloved husband of 71 wonderful years to Betty L. Vandegriffe; cherished son of the late Leonard and Ethyl Vandegriffe; loving father of Charles (Yvonne) Vandegriffe, Jr., Catherine (Richard) Koenig, Mark (Sue) Vandegriffe, and Kevin Vandegriffe; adored grandfather of Renee, Amy, Brian (Eva), Catrina, Sarah (Matt), Drew (Colleen), Dana (Scott), and Chad; treasured great-grandfather of Regan True, Natalie Catherine, Jack Charles, Evan Scott, Lucas Ryan, Zoe Brianne, Nolan Robert, Alexander Charles, Madisyn Marie, Lucas Edward, Emma Grace, Noah, Blakely, Aiden, Liam, and Ava; dear brother of Valerie Lafonte.

Charles was a pioneer in the Information Technology field. He worked for the Federal Government as Director of IT, GS-15 for ALMSA, where he developed the first computerized logistics system in the world. He also worked as Director of IT for Ralston Purina, where he developed the 4^th private computer system in the world. Charles worked as a consultant as well, for both EDS Consulting and Ernst and Young, and also worked for America Investment. Charles was a talented author and published three books as well as numerous articles as a freelance writer for a local paper.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Charles was a dedicated family man and he cherished every moment spent with those he loved. He will be remembered by his family for his love and zest for life, and as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many.

Memorial contributions may be made in Charles’ honor to Wounded Warrior Project.