Charles William Brott Jr.

Chuck was a 1968 graduate of Union High School. Right after graduation Chuck joined the United States Army and proudly served his country until 1971. After his honorable discharge he work in custodial and grounds maintenance for Grand Rapids Public Schools for 39 years. He was strong in his faith and an active member of Fifth Reformed Church for the last 10 years. Chuck was a coach for special Olympics basketball and loved sharing his love for sports. Chuck was a sports fanatic! His favorite teams were the University of Michigan, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. If there was ever a game on TV you could always guarantee he would watch. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing, watching westerns, and cooking on the grill. As much passion as he had for his hobbies, nothing compared to the loved he had for his family. Chuck was a devoted husband, father, and papa. He adored his children and spending time with his grandchildren out-weighted any other pastime. He would never miss an opportunity to go a cheer on his grandchildren at all of their events. He always said, "Put God first, family second, everyone else, and then yourself". Chuck was a selfless man who would do anything he could for others. He loved to laugh and always knew how to make you smile. His warm spirit and caring nature will be missed by all who knew him.

Chuck was preceded in death by: parents, Charles and Marian Brott; grandson, Justin Loux; siblings, Mary Anne Lyons and Cheryl Brott; brother-in-law, Bob Gallapoo; and sister-in-law, Rachel Loachridge.

Chuck is survived by: wife, Tami Brott; children, Chuck (Amy) Brott, Nicole Becker, Tammie (Matt) Loux, and Rachel Brott; grandchildren, Mackenzie Brott, Zachary Grasman, Mia Loux, Elizabeth Brott, Holly Loux, and Madison Brott; siblings, Charlene Gallapoo, Ronald (Cecelia)Brott, and David Brott; father-in-law, Michael (Ruth) Farrand; mother-in-law, Mary Farrand; brothers-in-law, Bill Loachridge and Chad (Melody) Farrand; sister-in-law, Christy Farrand; as well as, many nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Reyers North Valley Chapel, 2815 Fuller Ave NE. A funeral service will take place the following day, Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 11:00 am at Fifth Reformed Church, 2012 Griggs St SE. The family will begin welcoming guests one hour prior to the start of the service. Chuck will be interred at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 1:30pm.

For those unable to attend the funeral service at church, it will be available for streaming on Vimeo once services have ended.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Autism Support of Kent County.