Passed away peacefully January 31, 2012, with his family by his side. Preceded in death by wife, Audrey; one sister and his parents. Survived by children, Joe and Darcie (Nate) Edwards; grandchildren, Brooklynn Humphreys, Alex and Isaiah Edwards; two sisters; nieces and nephews; long time friends, John and Jean. True to Charlie's proud Irish character, he served with the same honor as a Seaman 1st Class in the US Navy during WWII. A special thanks to his caregivers, Tanya, Angie and Emily. Funeral Service Friday, 10:30am at Lutheran Church of Peace, 47 Century Avenue South, Maplewood with visitation one hour prior. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.