Charles Earl Urie, 85, Bennington died Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at his home. He was born September 10, 1926 in Salina to Andrew and Olla Urie.

Charles was a 1945 graduate of Salina High School. In 1948 he was united in marriage with Wanda Krug.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Ken Urie; son-in-law John Twaddell and grandson Gregory Boss.

Survivors include his wife Wanda; daughters Jan Pilcher and her husband Rick, Carol Smusz and her husband Walt, Gaylene Boss and her husband Ken, and Jill Bolte and her husband Steve; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and sister Lila Foley.


Family graveside services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Salina or the V.A. Clinic in Salina. Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis is handling arrangements.