Age 73, found final peace on October 24, 2012. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Katherine (LaValley) and two daughters, Kelly (Steve) Prawdzik and Lynn (Jim) Kalamarz. Further survived by his three loving grandchildren; Christopher Ruditys, Kassie and Chelsea Prawdzik. Special great grandfather and buddy of Mason Ruditys, Marilynn Allison and Ramona Ruiz. Cherished brother of Rose Lajcak, Clara Pagac, Irene Pagelsdorf, Isabel (Don) Nelson, Helen Duquaine, Mary Lou (Ron) Welton, John (Lenore), special twin to Thomas (Blenda) and Sister Jean Michael Treba. Loving brother-in-law of Margaret Dougherty, David Typpo, Joyce LaValley, Bernard LaValley, Mary LaValley, Germaine (John) Reconnu, William (Kay) LaValley, Rose Elliott, Shirley Thompson, Lloyd Brannan and Pat (Gary) Wardensky. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Proceeded in death by his parents, two brothers and three sisters. Charles worked for 37 years at Allen Bradley and was a member of the retiree club. He always strived to put a smile on your face. He will be missed by all who knew him as he made a special connection with everyone he met. Memorial Gathering on Friday, November 2, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM at ST. VERONICA CHURCH, 4001 So. Whitnall Ave. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 3:00 PM. Private committal service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice or to the Aurora Health Care Foundation at St. Luke's Medical Center. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Homes Bay View Chapel 3275 South Howell Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 414-483-2322