Charlene Hazel Lakey “Big Chuck”, 65, died September 12, 2018 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center.
Charlene was born in Jackson, Wyoming on October 17, 1952 to Harry and Darlene J. (Shaw) Smith.
Charlene grew up in Cheyenne and graduated from East High School. She was employed at Alpine Design and Wonder Bread, where she retired after 27 years. She then worked for the Laramie County School District for nutrition for 7 years. She married Garry E. Lakey on October 14, 1978. She was a member of the American Legion Post 6 and was an avid volunteer for 15 years.
Charlene is survived by her daughter, Charlene Ann (Dallas) Willis; grandchildren, LeeAnn Huff, Aspen Wills and Dalton Willis and one great-grandchild due in April. Others she is survived by are her brothers, Kenneth L. (Terri) Smith and Keith M. (Debbie) Smith and dear friend, Linda Edwards.
Charlene was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Garry E. Lakey; parents, Harry and Darlene Smith and a great-grandchild.
There will be a Celebration of Life at the American Legion Post 6 on September 22, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.