Charlotte Elizabeth Trombold

Charlotte Elizabeth Trombold, 99, went to be with Jesus Christ her Lord on January 18, 2018. Born August 25, 1918 in Atchison, Kansas to George and Vesta Kaufman, Charlotte graduated from Wichita University with honors and married Walter Trombold on December 28, 1941. Dedicated to early childhood development, Charlotte was active at First Presbyterian Church. An enthusiastic member of various civic organizations, she also enjoyed Music Theater, Symphony, and gardening. Preceded in death by her husband, Walt; and daughter, Lynn. She is survived by her daughter, Joan (Ken) Benjamin; sons, Steve (Janna), David (Louise), and Chuck (Suzy) Trombold; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service is scheduled for 1:00 P.M., Thursday, January 25, 2018 at First Presbyterian Church. A memorial has been established with: Samaritans Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 (www.samaritanspurse.org). Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.