Anita Louise Charles

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anita Louise (Lyons) Charles, who passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 68, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Anita was born on October 8, 1957, in Sault Ste. Marie, to the late James and Audrey (LeBlanc) Lyons of Brimley, Michigan, and lived a life full of kindness, generosity, and love. Anita will be remembered for her unwavering devotion to family, her passion for playing BUNKO with her extended family, and competitive games of Yahtzee. Anita loved to visit over a cup of coffee and had a compassionate spirit that touched the lives of many. She brought joy and laughter to every gathering and was always there to lend a helping hand. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Anita is survived by her husband, Donald Charles Sr.; her children, Steven Lyons, Jennifer (Randy) Touchtone, Anthony Hole, Heather Lyons, Melissa Lyons, Olive (Steven) Massey, and Donald Charles Jr.; sisters, Kathi Carrick, Dawn (David) Terrell, Melanie Lyons, and Michele LeBlanc; brother, Walter (Bobbi) Lyons; in-laws, Cathy Charles, Christine Farrish, Darlene Clemenshaw Farrish, Shirley (Tom) Hole, Hank (Glenda) Williams, Robert (Joyce) Farrish, William (Donna) Wesenick, and Margaret Farrish; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many dear friends and extended family. Proceeding Anita, along with her parents, are her siblings, Marilyn (Larry) Yon, James Lyons Jr., Denise LeBlanc, Gerri LeBlanc, and Lawrence Lyons; brothers-in-law, Nelson Farrish, Roger Charles Sr., and Michael Carrick Sr.; and her beloved granddaughter, Skye Marie Link. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, at the Brimley Baptist Church, 7480 M-221, Brimley, MI, 49715, with the Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 AM. Anita’s final resting place will be at the Hill Crest Cemetery in Raco, Michigan. Anita (Weezy’s) legacy of love, kindness, and strength will remain in our hearts forever. Family Life Funeral Homes – Sault Ste. Marie assisted the family with arrangements. Condolences may be given to the family at www.familylifefh.com. Obituary as submitted by family.

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Anita Louise Charles

October 8, 1957 - December 26, 2025