Obituary of Charlene Partridge
Partridge, Charlene (nee LaRue)
Charlene passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Riverview Gardens on Thursday April 26, 2018 in her 74th year.
Charlene was born in Chatham and was the daughter of the late Francis LaRue and the late Edna Thorpe.
Beloved wife of Harvie Partridge of Chatham.
Loving mother of Kim, Karry (Mike), Connie (Ivan) and Christine (Lawrence).
Dear step-mother of Dave (Pat), Karen, Sandy, Cliff and Dawn.
Sadly missed by several grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
Kind sister of Bonnie (Allan), Mike (Linda) and a step sister, Sandy (Bruce).
Predeceased by a step-sister, Colleen and a brother-in-law, Bernie.
The family would like to thank the nursing staff of Riverview Gardens, 5th Floor for all of their compassion and care for Charlene.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #642, 39 William St. N, Chatham, ON, from 1-3 p.m.
Donations in memory of Charlene to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #642 would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040
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