Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Charlene Alsup Obituary
April 7, 1953 to February 2, 2014
Charlene Diane Shimmin Bennett Alsup, resident of Oxnard, CA, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2014 at the age of 60 at Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura, CA. She courageously fought a private battle with lung cancer.
Charlene Diane was the second daughter of O.E. "Bud" Shimmin and Myrna Foley. She was born on April 7, 1953, at St Mary's Hospital in Long Beach and attended Our Lady of Refugee in Long Beach, Taper Avenue School in San Pedro, St. Bonaventura High School and Buena High Schools in Ventura and Oxnard High School.
Charlene leaves behind two sons, Norman Orson (Noa) Alsup and Bryan Allyn Alsup of Oxnard. Mother Myrna Bennett of Camarillo, stepmother Harriet Shimmin of Clovis. Sisters Cherie Schmid of Ojai, Laurie Bennett of Camarillo, and Jody Liu of Clovis. Brothers Mike Bennett of Ventura, Steve Bennett of Camarillo, Chuck Bennett of Camarillo, Scott Shimmin of San Diego and Gary Shimmin of Clovis.
She also leaves behind nieces and nephews Karen Cardier, Chris Carmichael, Brian Bennett, Glenn Bennett, Julie Bennett, Justin Bennett, Samantha Bennett, William Shimmin, Clayton Liu, Christie Shimmin, Olivia Shimmin, Carson Shimmin, Mason Liu, Lindsey Shimmin and great nieces Andrea Carmichael, Kiara Arthur and Athena Cardier.
She was the proud godmother of Karen Cardier of Van Nuys and Chris Carmichael of Garden Grove.
Charlene was predeceased by her father O.E. "Bud" Shimmin of Clovis and her stepfather Robert Bennett of Camarillo.
Charlene's nick name was Teddy Bear because she loved everything Elvis Presley. She also loved knitting booties for EVERYBODY in every size and collecting stuffed animals. She was an avid reader and was always looking out for the family when listening to her police scanner for news in their areas. She was a long time member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Oxnard.
A memorial service to honor her life will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 950 E. Pleasant Valley Rd in Oxnard at 10 a.m., Pastor J.B. Williams officiating.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Charlene Alsup
5 Entries
Charles Conner
February 19, 2014
Bye Cuz. Don't know if you get the mail where your at ... but I suppose I'll be seeing ya in couple of years anyways.
Laurie Bennett
February 15, 2014
She said I was her 11th birthday present. We shared 49 birthdays together. It is so difficult to think of a celebration without my sister.
She persevered through good times and tough times and faced lung cancer silently on her own. She lived on her own terms.
She is finally at peace and deserves an ever lasting paradise.
February 15, 2014
Myrna, we are thinking of you and your whole family with love and best wishes. Although we never met Charlene, we know she was a beautiful person, like all of your children. Love, John, Cherie and Sue
February 15, 2014
I miss you Teddy Bear!!
Steve Bennett
February 14, 2014
It is always sad to lose a family member. This is particularly impactful being that Charlene was our sister. She taught me how to tie my shoes (the wrong way), and sing a number of silly songs. Rest in peace big sister!!!
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Charlene Alsup's name
Memorial Events
for Charlene Alsup
How to support Charlene's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Charlene Alsup's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
