Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, November 22, 2014 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Norma May Palmer (nee- Bradshaw) for 60 years. Devoted Dad to Robert Palmer and his wife Linda, Donna Ridley and her husband John, Marilyn Palmer, David Palmer and his wife Carrie and Kelvin Palmer (predeceased) and his wife Arlene. Cherished grandpa of 16 grandchildren and great grandpa of 15 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Ernie, Hubert, Helen (predeceased), Beatrice (predeceased), Idella (predeceased) and Thomas (predeceased). Dear Brother-in-law of William, Dorothy (predeceased) and Margaret (predeceased).Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Margaret Palmer. Charlie will be sadly missed by many friends, neighbors, and family. Visitation will take place at the COMSTOCK FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 356 Rubidge Street.(705) 745-4683, on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. with a funeral service to follow at 3:00 p.m. in the Comstock Funeral Home Chapel. In Charlie’s memory, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.comstockfuneralhome.com.