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Charlotte Ellen (Hammon) Vinson

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In loving memory, Charlotte Ellen (Hammon) Vinson, 91, of Bentonville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 19, 2019 at the Bradford House Nursing and Rehab in Bentonville, Ark. She was born September 2, 1927 in Oklahoma City, Okla. Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Darrell E Vinson; her parents, Theodore Cecil and Laura Mae Hammon; a grandson Shane Bowden, a great-grandson, Fisher Ray Vinson; and a great-granddaughter Parker Rae Vinson. Charlotte is survived by two sons, Robert Vinson and wife Sondra and Ronald Vinson and wife Brenda; 7 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Donnie Hammon and wife Phillis; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Life started for Charlotte in Oklahoma, then she went on to marry Darrell and had two sons. She was a housewife and a loving mother. In 1959 she worked at Tinker Air Force Base as a key punch operator for several years. She moved with her family to Missouri in 1962 to farm and worked for the US Forest Service for several years. In 1984 she and Darrell moved to Arkansas to spend time and be close to her family. When living in Arkansas she was actively involved in the Red Hat Society, served in several different officer positions of the Liberty Bell Extension Club and was a judge for the Washington County Fair, for crafts and canning goods. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren play sports and spending time with them. She will be missed dearly by family and friends and will always be in our hearts. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Center Street Church of Christ with Jack English officiating. Interment will follow in the Fayetteville National Cemetery under the direction of Beard's Chapel. There is no scheduled visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 5506 Walsh Lane Suite 212, Rogers, Ark., 72758. Condolences at www.beardsfuneralchapel.com.

Published February 24, 2019

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