Charles West

Charles Earl West, 70, of Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2026. He was born in Lexington, Mississippi, on January 24, 1956, to the late Willie and Ada West.

Charles was the beloved partner of Shirley Riley, with whom he shared 42 years. He was a loving father to Charles West, Jr and Adrienne Craig, and stepfather to Shariba (William) Knox. He was a cherished grandfather to Brittany, Brielle, Brisyn, Shanice, Shauntay and Latrell.

Charles enjoyed fishing, planting flowers, listening to blues and rap music, and taking walks in the park.

Charles was a dear brother to Jean Lois, Timmy, and Glen (Dino), and was preceded in death by his siblings Johnny, James, Lela Olivia, Marie, Dorothy, and Sharon.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Progressive Funeral Parlor, 7208 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60649.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. - Psalm 23

Aftercare arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, IL.