Charles Allen Travis

Charles Allen Travis, 85, of Decatur, IL (Formally of Lecompton, KS) passed away Monday, December 11, 2017. Charles was born September 26, 1932, in Decatur, the son of Walter R. and Julia Nadine (Ruck) Travis. A U.S. Navy Veteran, Charles retired from the University of Kansas where he worked as a mechanic. Charles married Jo Ann Grant and she preceded him in death January 14, 2017. Survivors are his children: Cheryl Allen of IA, Bill Allen of IA, Toni Hinman of TX, Ray Allen Travis of TX, Tom Travis of IA, and Jodee Hand of IA; 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and 6 greatgreat grandchildren; sister, Mary Teschner of Decatur; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Charles was preceded in death by his parents; wife; 1 brother and 1 sister. Cremation is planned and services will take place at a later date. Please sign this guestbook at Obituaries. LJWorld.com.