Charlene was born in Oakland, California on June 6, 1947. She lived in Gilroy and then Fremont, California through her childhood and young adult life. She married Dannie Anders on August 3, 1968. Charlene gave birth to a daughter, Leanne, in 1971 and a son, Matt in 1974. Charlene was a caring and giving person throughout her life. She is survived by her husband, Dannie, daughter, Leanne, and son, Matt. She has four grandchildren, Veronica, Moregan, Sierra, and Ethan. She is also survived by her sisters Debbie and Diane and brother David, as well as their families. Charlene passed away on February 25, 2017.