Charles Arthur Braden

Charlie Braden age 54, of Saint Paul, MN died of heart disease on August 31, 2008 in Grand Forks, ND. Born November 1, 1953 in Minneapolis, MN. He was a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Graduate of Marshall High School in Minneapolis (1971), attended Juilliard School of Music, Graduated from Macalaster College (1975) with a BA in music composition. A talented musician and composer on the Minneapolis music scene. A founding member of Zeitgeist, performed in IMP ORK, and played with the Suburbs and the musicians of Husker Du. He cooked at Gluek's Restaurant and later had a career in software development most recently employed by Aatrix Software in Grand Forks, ND. Preceded in death by his father Charles M. "Murray" Braden. Survived by his wife, Dr. Kathryn Strom, his mother, Geraldine Rugg Braden, sisters Margaret Braden Stein (Jerry), Liz Braden (Tom Fitch), Ann Braden Seigel (Harold), nieces and nephews Nat, Sarah, Ben, and Emily as well as many friends in Minnesota and North Dakota. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the Charlie Braden Music Opportunity Fund, c/o Achieve Minneapolis, 111 3rd Ave S., Suite 5, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Please join the Braden and Strom families for a Celebration of the life of Charlie.... Mill City Cafe 2205 California St. NE Minneapolis, MN 55418 Saturday, September 20, 2008 Drinks and light hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. Program at 7:30 p.m. Music and fellowship to follow.