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Charlotte Haley Obituary

December 29, 1922 - February 2, 2014 Charlotte M. Haley, the original creator of the breast cancer awareness ribbon, died February 2nd in Simi Valley, Ca. Charlotte became well known through a documentary titled, Pink Ribbon, Inc., which highlighted the profit motive behind the use of the breast cancer ribbon campaigns, that she started in 1991. Charlotte and her late husband Robert G. Haley were both active participants at the First Presbyterian Church, community theatre, Goodwill, PEO/BIL. She is survived by her three children Leslie, Nancy and Robert, 5 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and her sister Iris. A memorial will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Simi Valley, CA. on 15 March, 2014. www.firstrunfeatures.com/pinkribbonsinc/

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Mar. 14 to Mar. 15, 2014.

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bea booth

March 21, 2014

Legacy to your family and the women of the world

March 16, 2014

Deepest condolences to the family, May the peace of God be in your hearts to help you cope and endure during this very difficult time of your dear loss (Philip 4:6&7, Psalm 147:3).

n haley

March 15, 2014

Love you Mom. Peach ribbons still rule! The 2 great grandsons loved each other

Kathy Austreng

March 14, 2014

Rest in peace my dear PEO sister. God Bless you.

Kathy Austreng
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St. Cloud, MN

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