Charlene Bergquist Nelms
Charlene Bergquist Nelms
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Charlene Nelms Obituary
Charlene was born on February 17, 1946, daughter of Charles Hugo Bergquist and Frances Ward Bergquist. She was preceded in death by both of her parents. Charlene was a fantastic beautician, beloved in the community as a hairdresser for over 60 years.
Survivors include her sons, Greg Nelms, Butch Nelms (Tonya), and Robert Nelms; grandchildren, Sheldon Nelms (Ashleigh), Morgan Williams (Austin), Dawson Carreker, and Utah Chambers; great-grandchildren, Levi and Nora Nelms, and Emy, Charleigh, and Baker Williams; sister, Norma Bishop; niece, Carol Erwin; and many close friends and customers.
Visitation with the family will be on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 2:30 pm until 3:30 pm at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home, followed by a memorial service in the chapel.
1891 West McIntosh Road, Griffin, GA 30223
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