Charles E. (Charley) Branson

Charley Branson, 93, of Echo Lake passed away on Oct. 18, 2004. Charley is survived by his wife, Oma of Brendan House in Kalispell, son Charles Michael Branson of Fremont, Calif., daughters Patsy Byington of Chino, Calif. and Charlotte Mills of Costa Mesa, Calif., five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and two great grandchildren, as well as many close and wonderful friends.

It is Charley's wish that he be remembered in death as he was in life. Services will be private. Donations may be made in Charley's name to Alzheimer's Research at Alzheimer's Assoc. Headquarters, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Suite 1700, Chicago, Il 60601.