Charles Halsted

Chuck Halsted, known by many as Kcard, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Sunday October 27, 2024. Chuck was born on December 1, 1950 in Lansing, MI to the late E.O. and Helen (Alvord) Halsted. A lifelong resident of Grand Ledge, he grew up along The Grand River, and always called Grand Ledge home. He was often seen as a pillar of the community, always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Chuck graduated from Grand Ledge High School with the class of 1968. Chuck met the love of his life Cynthia (Ward) at a friend’s wedding in October of 1972, after he had already escorted someone else to the wedding. He threw his mom for a loop when he showed up with a different girl on his arm later that night, but that was the end of his dating history. It was love at first sight and they were married May 12, 1973; they celebrated 51 years of marriage this May. After high school, Chuck enlisted with the US Army during the Vietnam War, where he was part of the 82nd Airborne Division. After returning home he worked for over 50 years as a local contractor/builder in Grand Ledge and surrounding areas. In his early 20’s he enjoyed cruising “the gut” in his Chevelle. He also enjoyed spending time at his family's generational cabin in Lewiston Michigan. Chuck was an avid hunter and enjoyed many hunting trips to places like Colorado and Canada. However, he spent most of his prided hunting days (almost all of November) at the hunting cabin he shared with his longtime friend, Charlie Wise, in Alpena Michigan. He completed many successful hunts, including a bull elk from Colorado, a beautiful white tailed buck from Saskatchewan, and many white tailed deer from Michigan, he kept the freezer well stocked for his family. Chuck was also an avid golfer, golfing in multiple weekly golf leagues for 40+ years with many friends over the years. Chuck was also a devoted family man who coached little league teams, softball teams, and was very active in the Boy Scouts of America Troop 111 with his son, Dean, who became an Eagle Scout. In his later, semi-retired life, he enjoyed spending time with his “coffee crew” for a weekly social hour to share all of the town happenings. He continued to spend time golfing and hunting as much as he could. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. He thoroughly enjoyed his title as “grandpa” and spent as much time with them as he possibly could. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. He was a loving husband, caring father, and a doting grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia (Ward) Halsted; his children, Dean (Kristi) Halsted, Casey Halsted, and Brigitte (Zack) Davis; grandchildren, AnnaBelle & Charlie Davis; nieces and nephews, William (Deborah) DeWitt, Suellen DeWitt, Richard (Kelly) DeWitt, Jane (Jarrod) Thompson; and great nieces and nephews, Alana (Clayton) Johnson, Josh Dewitt, Brandon DeWitt, Gregory (Jenna) DeWitt, Caleb DeWitt and Van Thompson. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents E.O. & Helen Halsted; siblings Ruth Marie (William) DeWitt, Martha Masuch, Harley Halsted; and great-nephew Christopher DeWitt. The family will be hosting a casual gathering for friends and family at the American Legion Cole-Briggs Post #48 located at 731 N. Clinton Rd, Grand Ledge, MI 48837 on November 9, 2024 from 1pm-4pm. There will be a short military service held outside at 1pm. followed by a luncheon. Chuck was a man who adorned jeans and flannels 99% of the time, please dress comfortably and casual for this event. In lieu of flowers, donations in Chuck’s name can be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York 10306 (https://dogood.t2t.org/give/320847/?_gl=1*1pypvy3*_gcl_au*MTkwNDE4NjEyOC4xNzMwOTk4NzMz*_ga*MTQzNzg3NDQxLjE3MzA5OTg3MzM.*_ga_KKJBEGGEYM*MTczMDk5ODczMy4xLjEuMTczMDk5ODgwNi41Ny4wLjA.#!/donation/checkout), a foundation dedicated to helping our veterans. You can also make donations directly to the family, through the funeral home, to be used as Chuck would have desired. Share your memories and condolences online at www.holihanatkin.com

Charles Halsted

December 1, 1950 - October 27, 2024