Charlie Dean Sibthorp

WARRENSBURG - Charles “Charlie” Dean Sibthorp, 70, of Warrensburg, IL, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Decatur Memorial Hospital, in Decatur IL. Some of his final words were, “Trust in the Lord.”

Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 8, 2023, with funeral services at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 9, 2023. Both services will be at New Beginnings Church of God in Decatur IL, with graveside service to follow at Boiling Springs Cemetery in Decatur. Tanzyus Logan Funeral Service and Care is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the family guestbook.

Charlie was born in October of 1953 in Decatur IL, the son of William Jesse and Lois Sibthorp. He graduated from Warrensburg-Latham High School in the Class of 1971. Charlie married Lillian Jean Mayfield in May of 1975 and had three children. He later married Pamela (Merritt) in September of 2004.

Charlie worked at Staleys, Crown Cork and Seal, Herald & Review, and Steve Shepherd Construction. He also worked in various trades such as carpentry, cement and fine woodworking.

Charlie grew up on the Sibthorp family farm, and lived in the Warrensburg area for the majority of his life. He later returned to the family farm and resided there until his death. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was dedicated to his faith as a member of the New Beginnings Church of God in Decatur, serving the church in various ways throughout his life.

Charlie had a wonderful sense of humor, loving spirit, and a creative mind. He was an avid gardener, starting seedlings and designing his garden each year. He found joy in sharing the produce - whether fresh or canned - with family and friends, and also selling it at the Farmer’s Market.

Charlie is survived by his wife Pam; brother Craig Sibthorp; sisters: Cheryl Sibthorp and Carole Bradd (Marvin); cousin Katherine Betz; children Bridget Sibthorp-Moecker (Tony), Kelly Sibthorp (Johnny Power), and Jay Sibthorp (Stephanie); stepsons Arly Phelps (Mary) and Brad Phelps (Laney Moore); nine grandchildren, five nephews and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents.