Gwen Charles

Gwen Charles was born March 28, 1948 to James and Venetta Harris in Bakersfield, CA and returned home to our Lord December 6, 2007, in Bakersfield, California. Gwen was a loving mother to her sons and a loyal friend to those who knew her. She worked as a medical biller for numerous doctors early on in her working career. She brought smiles to everyone she met. Always willing to help where she could and never asked for anything in return. In her later years she worked for the American Legion Post 26. She was always dedicated to helping all veterans in need. She later quit working to take care of her father, James Harris. Gwen is survived by her oldest son, Bryan Wilkerson of Bakersfield; oldest twin son, Ricky Charles and wife, Jenee; daughter, Khyla of Washington; youngest twin son, Brent Charles and wife, Ashley of Bakersfield; her father, James Harris of Bakersfield; brother, Melvin Harris and wife, Linda of Bakersfield; sister, Phyllis Thomas and husband, Matthew of Atascadero; numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. A memorial service will be held on December 13, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at Liberty Christian Center, 8801 South "H" Street, Bakersfield, CA. Gwen Charles Mar. 28, 1948 - Dec. 6, 2007