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Charlene Cots Obituary

Charlene Elizabeth Hammill Cots

December 24th, 2024

Charlene Elizabeth Hammill Cots passed away peacefully at Atterdag Village on Tuesday, December 24th, 2024. Up until the end Charlene maintained her kindness, love, compassion, and appreciation for family and friends. She brought joy to everyone she met. She will be truly missed by all.

Charlene was a friendly person who worked for Nielsen's Market for 30 (+) years. She enjoyed Nielsen's family, her co-workers, and all her customers. Charlene quickly made friends in her assisted living and memory care facility where she was known as a friendly greeter with a huge bright smile. Charlene truly embodied the adage of a life well lived.

Charlene is survived by her son, daughter, daughter-in-law and six grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, February 9th, 2025, at the Solvang Veterans Legion Hall. All are welcome to come help the family celebrate the life of Charlene.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Santa Ynez Valley News on Jan. 9, 2025.

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Lorena Arredondo-Meneley

January 23, 2025

So sad to hear of her passing. She was a good friend with a heart of gold Our condolences to her family.

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