Charles Bratcher, Jr.

Charles “Charlie” Bennett Bratcher, Jr., 61, of Galesburg, Illinois, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2026, at his mother's home in Galesburg.

Charlie was born on March 25, 1965, in Muscatine, Iowa, the son of Charles Bennett Bratcher, Sr. and Aurelia (Castañon) Bratcher.

Charlie worked as a roofer for most of his life spending the past 3 ½ years working at Smithfield Foods.

Charlie married Connie Ramirez and together they had 3 children. He later married Anna Beaty and had three children. He married his longtime companion of over 20 years, Erin Lynn Littlefield, on June 14, 2026, in Galesburg, Illinois.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Erin of Galesburg; nine children, Charla (Matt) Jurgersen of Wilton, Iowa, David (Cassie) Bratcher of Omaha, Nebraska, Jennifer (Eric) Meier of Eldridge, Iowa, Kevin James of Galesburg, Patricia Bratcher of Galesburg, Charles (Kailyn) Bratcher III of Galesburg, Nadia Bratcher of Galesburg, Chyna Bratcher of Galesburg, and Leslie Bratcher of Galesburg; eight grandchildren, Taylor, Brayden, Whitney, Avak, Robbie, Malaiyna, Charles IV, and Aurora; two brothers, LeRoy Bratcher and Daniel Bratcher, both of Muscatine, Iowa; and one sister, Cordelia Cook of Galesburg. He is also survived by special family members, Cadence, Dayja, and Ace.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Charlie enjoyed fishing, spending time with family at get-togethers or anytime possible, taking long drives, being by the water, playing games, and visiting the casino. He also attended the Nazarene Church.

Cremation will be accorded. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.