Photo courtesy of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home - Harlingen
Harlingen, Texas
Mar 12, 1954 – Nov 25, 2023
Rosalinda “Rosie” Charles, 69, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023 with her loving husband by her side.
Rosie was born March 12, 1954 to Magin and Maximina Torres. She married the love of her life Rodolfo “Rudy” Charles on June 7, 1974. Rosie graduated from Harlingen High School in 1974 and proudly earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas at Brownsville in 1995. Rosie was passionate about education. She was a paraprofessional in the Harlingen CISD and loved working with the schoolchildren at Treasure Hills and Dishman Elementary Schools. Once she completed her bachelor’s degree, Rosie devoted the remainder of her professional career to helping adults obtain professional certifications and advanced degrees through financial assistance and guidance as a caseworker with Cameron Workforce. She retired from service in 2009. Rosie will be remembered for her lasting impact on the lives of so many.
In her personal life, Rosie was the life of the party. She loved rock music, especially live, and she loved to dance. She enjoyed gardening. Rosie passionately loved her family. She had an enormous heart and was incredibly generous. Her radiant smile could light up a room. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will always be cherished.
Surviving is her husband of 49 years, Rudy Charles of Harlingen; two sons, Steve (Angie Guiter) Charles and Michael (Andrea) Charles; two grandsons, Steven Charles and Andrew Charles; two brothers and a loving sister, Rudolfo (Susan) Torres, Armando Torres and Irma Kitchens; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Visitation will begin on Thursday, November 30,2023 1:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. with a Holy Rosary at 7:00p.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit.
On Friday, December 1, 2023, a funeral mass will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Harlingen, Texas at 12 p.m. with interment to follow at Restlawn Cemetery.
Honored to serve as his pallbearers will be Andrew Charles, Rudolfo Torres, Jason Kitchens, Edward Charles, Jon Torres, and Nick Torres.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home 1002 East Harrison Avenue Harlingen, Texas 78550 (956)364-2444. www.trinityfunerals.com
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Rosalinda ,my good friend from the hood . It saddens my heart to hear of your passing . Have some good memories of the times when we were kids. I'll never forget that friendly smile . My condolences to Rudy and your family. May the lord give you rest. RIP Reynaldo Gonzalez & Family
Reynaldo Gonzalez
December 03, 2023 | Friend
Rudy, my condolences. J Rico
Jesus rico
November 30, 2023
Rosie my dear friend. I will never forget you or your friendship. We shared so many memories. Our children and grandchildren grew up before our eyes while we enjoyed watching them do it. I missed you when I didn't see you after covid and I will miss you forever. May you Rest in peace my sweet friend.
Maria Elena Ramirez
November 30, 2023 | San Benito, TX
Our condolences to the Charles Family. Rosie was always so friendly, kind and warm to our entire Leal and Serrata Families. We will remember her fondly and are so saddened by her passing.
Amy and Jeremy Serrata
November 30, 2023 | Grapevine, TX
my condolences to the charles and torres families she was my classmate at crockett school always friendly and helpful god bless her ;
sgt rodriguez
November 29, 2023 | Friend
Rosie my friend, i will miss you and your amazing laughter, good times and friendship that we made through the years. Gone but never forgotten friend. Love you friend ❤
Linda Munoz
November 28, 2023 | Harlingen | Friend
To Steve and family. Your mom took a chance on me and helped me thru my college days at TSTC. She was proud I didn't let her down and I was blessed to have known her. She will be missed. God bless my friend.
Robert Castaneda
November 28, 2023 | Pflugerville, TX | Friend
