Life's Memories
February 28, 2021
by Diana Roybal
There are so many fond memories I can share with our stepdad, Charlie. Charlie was always a hard worker who provided for his family. I remember the first house he and my mom purchased together. Soon after, a swimming pool was put in the backyard. We had so many fun times as kids enjoying that swimming pool. Charlie would take us camping along the coast of California. He would take us to the beach at midnight for grunion hunting. He would dive for abalone- back when it was legal to do so. He made the best ceviche! He could have had his one DIY show. I am amazed at all of the things he would make and the creative house projects he would do himself. He was a true handyman. It is funny when I think about us picking olives as kids and then he would cure them in buckets of lye in the garage. I tell you what, if I had to live a survival challenge, I would want to be on Charlie's team. He could catch and eat anything. I know I ate a lot of different things growing up thanks to Charlie! My childhood was an interesting one for sure! I'm grateful you were able to come to Colorado last summer to celebrate Shea's graduation. It was great to see you enjoy horseback riding, ziplining, and white water rafting. You always stayed strong and adventurous. May you rest in peace knowing that you touched many lives.