Final Salute

Charles Lyle Ingalls passed away on March 22, 2022, at the ripe old age of 91.

He was born on Feb. 26, 1931, to Lyle and Bessie Ingalls in Pownal, Montana. He served in the Navy as a Seabee from 1948 to ’51, where he was stationed in Japan and Guam.

After his discharge, he eventually landed work at the Anaconda smelter as an electrician. There, he met and married Rosalie Puccinelli in 1955. In the early ’60s, they moved to Lewistown, where his family grew to six children and he worked as a power lineman at Fergus county’s REA for 35 years before retiring. After Rosalie passed in 1985, he met and married Mary Isabelle Korell. They had 30 happy years before her death.

Charles was a talented musician. He could play any instrument or tune by ear. He even was part of a band in Lewistown. His other passion in later years turned to golf. His biggest achievement in life was being able to ensure all six of his children received a higher education.

He is survived by Judy Taylor, Rosemary (Bill) Bisch, Cindy (Bill) Geary, Lindy Friman, Charles Ingalls and James (Gina) Ingalls; nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his sister Helen (Joe) Hruska and brother Lyle Ingalls.

A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Any donations may be sent to the local food bank.

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