Charlie Conley Florence, Alabama Charlie Conley was born in Terre Haute, Indiana in 1942 and raised in Palatine, Illinois. Charlie graduated from Palatine High School, and was a prominent member of the varsity wrestling team. After high school, he attended North Park College and Western Illinois University. He was married to his wife, Bobbi, for 44 years and fathered five children. Through the years Charlie worked in tool & die, was Maintenance Supervisor for the Rolling Meadows, Illinois Park District, and was a heavy equipment operator. He ran a welding and repair business, operated a dairy farm, and was Plant Manager of Keystone Display Corp. in Hebron, Illinois. He also owned and operated an automotive machine shop in Newcastle, Wyoming. Despite developing severe Rheumatoid Arthritis in his early 30s, Charlie never quit and never let it hold him back from new experiences and adventures. He loved riding his Harley and was happiest when all his kids were around him. Charlie passed away while visiting family in Newcastle, Wyoming. He had been residing with his wife in Florence, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Charlies family and widow would be appreciated, to help with medical and final expenses. A memorial will be held in Newcastle, Wyoming at a later date. Contributions may be sent to: Bobbi Conley at 23101 County Road 8 Florence, AL 35633 Survivors include his wife Bobbi Conley, son; Robert Paul & Corrina Conley, daughters; Elisabeth Eileen Conley, Barbara Irene Dicken, Sharon Alma & Dennis Hillyer, brother; William A & Gerrie Conley, sister; Carol D & Phillip Grimm, 8 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Charles Homer Conley, and parents Paul & Alma Conley.