Interestingly, I didn't know that Charlene was not actually a family member. She was ALWAYS at EVERY family event so I assumed she was family. Now I know she was my cousin from another auntie : >  Still shocked that she's not here and it will feel strange at the next family gathering not to see her smiling face. Charlene, you left an awesome legacy! I had no idea how active you were in your community. I do know when we chatted you were a wealth of information. I remember one family gathering when a little girl was terrorizing younger kids and you waited around to speak to her parents. FEARLESS GIRL!!  Now you'll be able to do so much more from heaven, but your physical being is Thoroughly Missed. I'm not going to say Rest in Power because I know your active behind is in no way resting. You're up there doing something, I'll bet money on it! I'm sure you had a HOST of people waiting for you at the heavenly gates saying "Well-done baby girl, well done" I wish you well in your new life and when you see Syl, Gary, Granny and all the rest of the Aunties, Uncle's and cousins give them a shout out and a hug for me. 

Charlene....We are still in shock by the news of your passing...Just that tuesday nite we were playing Bingo together...we shared our birthdate and our passion for Bingo...you could watch a dozen cards plus everyone else’s..you were a strong voice for so many...and were so active in social justice and kids programs...you will be missed by everyone...RIP my friend...

Charlene I met you when you where a little girl. Your mother and i grew up together and are cousins. Rest in paradise young lady. Carolyn Hughes Smith.

To my cousin Charlene I love you and already miss very much. You were so full of life. Your smile and your beautiful spirit were infectious.

Our family functions will not be the same without you.

Love forever and always... your cousin.

Bennie...❤️

Charlene aka Char I met you in 2014 when I moved to Minnesota and we have been cool since  You were at my wedding August 2nd & you looked so beautiful I hate that we didn't get a picture with you Now your gone still cant believe I guess God had a better plan for you I was honored to have you as a friend you will be deeply missed ❤ Rest in paradise my friend

Ms Charlene was so cool man. I met her this past yr while working with her daughter Leslie. First it was through video chat but then I finally met u face to face. I couldn't believe how much her and Leslie looked and sounded alike...like twins fr lol. The last time I saw u was when I picked up Leslie for our lunch date and ms Charlene was snapping lol. It was so funny cuz mama didnt play. Ms Charlene, I know we didnt know each other very long but I've been friends with your daughter for a few years so I felt like I already knew u. U will truly be missed. I promise to be there for ur daughter and grandson and be the best friend and support system that I can be. Rest in Paradise Queen

I mer ms charlene through the American indian family center and attended a lot of groups with her and her son and daughter she was always a helping hand she was always in great spirits and was always willing to hold my son if I needed lol well she would offer even if I didnt need it lol she will truly be missed