Charlotte Belle "Charlie" Townsend
December 3, 1929 ~ August 16, 2022
Charlotte "Charlie" Belle Townsend, 92, Retired Farmer, died Tuesday, August 16, 2022 surrounded by her family at her daughter's home. Memorial service and a celebration of life is planned for November 26, 2022 in Humboldt, KS. Details to come.Charlotte was born in Chanute, KS on December 3, 1929 to Joseph Robert and Frances Belle Townsend, who precede her in death. She is also preceded in death by her sister, Peggy Townsend Shaffer.Survived by her loving daughter, Sierra (Kevin) Smith of Wichita, KS; beloved grandchildren, Jaxson Robert Bauer, Madyson Belle Bauer, and Charlotte Mae Smith; sisters, Marlene Breiner of Fort Scott, KS, and Ann (Bob) Johnson of Chanute, KS.Charlotte was an active member of Onion Creek 4-H Club where she won many blue ribbons for her prized Brown Swiss cattle. She graduated from Humboldt High School in 1942 and went on to graduate with honors from Chanute Junior College, now Neosho County Community College. Charlie went on to become an extraordinary farmer, outworking any famer around and actively farmed until her late 80s. She most enjoyed spending time with her family. She was the most loving and devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and great aunt. She will be greatly missed.A memorial has been established with Humboldt Public Library, 916 Bridge St., Humboldt, KS 66748 (620-473-2243). Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary- East Chapel, Wichita, KS.
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Charly will remain in my heart ❤️ always. She was one of the strongest women I met. It was a pleasure to be part of her life and A blessing for me to have her as part of mine. She will be remembered . Rest In Peace Charly .