Charles Lee Branch

March 16, 1950 - September 20, 2018

Charles Lee Branch, 68, of Peoria passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 9:13p.m. at his residence. He was born March 16, 1950 in Rosedale MS.,, to Charlie Lewis and Everleaner (Branch) Wells. They precede him in death. Charles was active in sports. He was a big fan of the Cleveland Browns Football Team. Charles also loved spending time with his family, playing chess and fishing. He served in the Marine Corps where he was a Sergeant Military Policeman. Charles leaves to cherish his precious memories five sons; Shawn Boyd, Charles Russell, Sosie Branch, Shontel Diggins and Antoine Page four daughters; Vanessa Gardner, Tacey Branch, Tierra and Kierra Branch three brothers; Carl Wells Sr., Darryel Wells, and Ronald Wells Sr. all of Peoria; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and other family members and friends. In addition to his parents he is also preceded in death by two brothers. Services will be held on Friday, September 28, 2018 at 11:00a.m. with visitation commencing one hour prior at T. W. Parks Colonial Chapels. Rev. Melvin McAfee will officiate. Charles will be laid to rest in Camp Butler National Cemetery on Monday October 1, 2018. Online condolences and words of encouragement can be made twparkschapel.com