Charles Maurice Little Man Groom was 33 when he died on July 9, 2013, in Rockford, Illinois. Born December 14, 1979, in Rockford, he was the son of Maple Jones and Charles Groom Jr. and attended Auburn High School. He was known locally by the nickname Little Man.

Family and friends have marked his passing with obituaries, memorials and tributes that remember him for his place in the community.

If anyone knew Charles, his life, or has information about what happened on July 9, 2013, please share what you know.