Charles M. Shaw passed away on March 4, 2015, at Kootenai Health.

Charles married Valeda Ann Roszman, a nursing student at Flower Hospital in Toledo, Ohio, on Aug. 29, 1953. They enjoyed a loving and dedicated marriage for 62 years.

Charles was a graduate of General Motors Institute in Flint, Mich., where he completed his four years apprenticeship in the Millwright Trade in 1954.

After raising a family of four children in California, Charles and Valeda retired to Coeur d'Alene.

Charles enjoyed fishing, hunting and the great outdoors, and had a close group of friends that shared his interests.

Charles was preceded in death by his son, Michael Charles. He is survived by his wife, Val; daughters Kim Eatmon, Julie Freitas, and Kelly Lyons; grandchildren Jeremiah Eatmon, Elizabeth Eatmon, and Rachael Lyons; and great-granddaughter Clover.

At Charles's request, no services will be held. Per his wishes, Charles will be honored at a local gathering.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

English Funeral Chapel of Coeur d'Alene has been entrusted to handle final arrangements. Please visit Charles's online memorial at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.