Charles Dean Layson, born 12/27/47, passed away 1/12/12. Charles is survived by his loving mother, Rosemary Gibbons and his three sisters, Joyce Watson, Janet Britt and Jayne Dean-McGilpin, daughter DeAnn Logan, son Rodney Layson. Also surviving Chuck are grandchildren LaToya, Lanee, Chelsey and Dannell and great-grandchildren Jalisa, Jayveon and MaNiah. Chuck was preceded in death by his father, Robert O. Layson and grandson, Malachi. The family is deeply grateful for the many years of care given to Chuck from the compassionate staff of Evergreen Communities who treated him as family and friend, and more recently, the kind staff of Odyssey Hospice. On Monday, January 16, 2012 a celebration of Chuck's life was held at Evergreen Communities in Olathe, Kansas. If you would like to honor Charles, please send donations to The Men's Group at Evergreen Communities, 11875 South Sunset, Olathe, KS 66061.