Charles Lloyd Al-lie, age 85 of Silver Bay, MN passed away peacefully with family by his side in his home on July 22, 2025. After being diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in 2017, Charlie’s strong mind, spirit and faith beat the cancer. However, he fought for 8 years of debilitating side effects from his treatments.
Charles was born in Duluth on July 6, 1940, to Lloyd and Frances Allie.
In 1961 he married Carole Glockle and together they had three daughters. He and his family resided in Duluth until relocating to Silver Bay, MN in 1972.
Charles graduated from Central High School and went on to earn his degree in analytical chemistry at UMD in 1968.
He began his lifelong career at Reserve Mining Company in 1966 in the research and development department. After 37 years of dedicated service to the company he retired as Manager of Silver Bay Operations with North Shore Mining.
Charlie had many passions in life including bowling, golfing, walleye fishing and camping. For many years he would head to the woods to camp and fish with his family and friends.
Charles joined his parents and wife, Carole in Heaven. He is survived by his daughters, Cheryl Bowen, Cathleen (Todd) Jasperson, and Colleen (Greg) Neff; along with 6 grandchildren, Crystal, Shane, Brittany, Chase, Madelyn and Emily; three great grandchildren, Charlie, Kaylie and Conner.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the many doctors, nurses, and caregivers who provided Charles with excellent and compassionate care. They also wish to thank the dear friends who visited often, brought treats, shared stories, and filled his days with laughter and love – your kindness meant the world to him.
A Service was held on July 28, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Duluth. Burial at Park Hill Cemetery in Duluth. Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home 218-727-3555.
