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Reta Yvonne Charleson
ANCHORAGE, AK - Reta Yvonne Charleson passed away on October 22, 2023, in Anchorage, Alaska at the age of 89. Yvonne was born in Vulcan, Alberta to John and Reta Long of Champion, Alberta.
After graduating from Mount Royal Academy in Calgary, Yvonne attended the College of Puget Sound (now UPS) where she met her future husband, Don Charleson of Tacoma, WA.
They were married on December 17, 1953. After several moves with the Air Force, the family settled in Tacoma, then Kent, WA. and finally Billings in 1969. Yvonne worked for Hart Albin, followed by Hennessy's, and finally Dillard's department store before retiring.
In 2017, Yvonne moved to Anchorage, AK to be near her daughters.
Preceded in death by her brothers Robert, Jack and Glenn; husband Don and son-in-law Rick.
Yvonne is survived by her five children: Cindy Donaldson (Rick), Kathi Johnson (Greg), Don Charleson (Barbara), Dave Charleson (Cindy) and Brad Charleson (Jan), ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Yvonne will be missed for her laughter, friendliness to all and enduring love for her family.
A private family service is planned this summer.
Yvonne's children wish to thank Alex and Bonnie Lomel and their children at Marietta House (Anchorage) for their compassionate care of Yvonne in her final years.
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Christine (Scott) Norlund, Tacoma, WA
August 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss of your beloved Mom. Losing our parents is like the end of an era. I only met her a couple of times when you were living in Tacoma. Cindy and I were pals at DeLong Elementary, when i believe we were in 1st grade(?). I remember bring excited when my mom took me to your family's restaurant. I think we have you a ride tgere one time after school to. Your mom was a busy lady, but i remember she was friendly and very nice. Your family moved not long after that, and i missed my little friend Cindy. Memories from long ago.
Sincerest sympathy,
Christine (Scott) Norlund
( Chris Norlund, on Facebook)
Connie Kellogg
February 7, 2024
I was lucky enough to work with Yvonne at Nemer's Furniture in Billings. Yvonne was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. She and Don were a perfect couple , their love for each other was beautiful. My prayers are with your family at this sad time.
Lonnie Charleson
February 4, 2024
A Wonderful Celebration of Yvonne's life!
While she was my sister-in-law, she also cared for me as a mother and friend.
I will always cherish our many phone chats and her incredible humor.
"A Special Toast to my sister and longtime Friend!"
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