BRODBECK, Charles Eugene (Gene), beloved husband of 61 years to Bette (nee Hayhow) Brodbeck. Devoted father of Kathy (Jerry) Riehle, Chuck, Ken (Susan), Tom (Linda), Jan (Steve) Noble, Joe, Lisanne (Mike) Thompson and Ralph Brodbeck. Loving grandfather of Tony (Paula) Riehle, Lisa (Rod) Kinnett, Scott Riehle, Angela (Nick) Roos, Charlie, Katie, Ian, Sarah (Jeff) Ryan, Leah (Andy) Gilchrist, Kenny, Molly, Thomas, Trent, Lauren and Ashley Noble, Joey, Kristina, Heather, Michael and Nathan Thompson, Alex and EllaMae. Great grandfather of Kelsea, Spencer, Keeghan, Brogan, Tyler, Peyton and Tyler. Dear brother of Rita Tedrow and brother-in-law of Jack Hayhow and the late Don, Bob, Gil and brother-in-law, Ralph Hayhow. Saturday, December 8, 2007 at his residence age 81. Gene was a 60 year member of Plumber's, Pipefitter's and MES Local 392 and 50 year member of Purcell Council Knights of Columbus. Visitation Meyer Funeral Home 5864 Bridgetown Rd on Wednesday, December 12, 2007, from 4:00-8:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial St. Jude Church on Thursday, December 13, 2007, 10:30AM. Donations made to the American Cancer Society or charity of one's choice.