Charlene Elaine Smith ‘nee (Strain)

Our beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother “Nana Angel” passed on January 15, 2026 at 3.09pm. Charlene was the youngest of three siblings born to Bob and Mary Strain. Born and raised in Madison, Ohio.

Charlene was a devoted wife and partner. She loved animals and homemaking and children and together with her husband she fostered a number of young people in need of love.

Charlene is preceded in death by her parents and former husband George Strain.

She leaves behind her children and grandchildren who will forever cherish memories of her infectious laugh, love for animals, handmade quilts, and her famous Christmas cookies.

Survived by family, husband JoeCraig Cheek. Her five children; Georgie Strain, Brittany Strain, Jareth Cheek, Jubal Cheek, & Kayla Cheek. Her Grand Children Riley, Able, Damien, Andrew, Connor, August, & Ronnie. Her siblings Peggy Shack and Bobby Smith.

Charlene was known as Nana Angel because of her deep love for her family, children, and grandchildren. She has been an Angel to everyone who knew her. She raised all her children into smart, strong, young adults. She always had a meal ready or a place to sleep for any young person in need.

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