BESSEMER CITY, N.C. - Reba “Paulette” Charles, age 75, of Tryon Courthouse Road, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 at her residence.

She was born October 4, 1948, in Cleveland County to the late Thomas Hazel Lee and Leah Hallman Johnson.

Paulette was a member of Rudisill Chapel AME Zion Church. She enjoyed flowers and being outdoors. She was also a great cook, loved to exercise, and spending time with her grand-dog Sweetpea. Paulette was very generous and enjoyed helping others.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Charles; brothers, Gary Johnson, and Kerry Johnson; and sister, Rhonda Johnson Goodwin.

Survivors include her son, Aaron Johnson; stepson, Tommy Taylor; brothers, Berwyn Johnson (Sharon), Byron Johnson (Shermeka); sisters, Pastryl Johnson Robbs (Kenneth), Malva Johnson, Meah Johnson Bell (Sammy), Chiquita Johnson Womic (Michael), and Tonjua Johnson; her grand-dog, Sweetpea; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Anderson officiating. Her family received friends from 1-1:45 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Burial will follow at Wesley Chapel Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Rudisill Chapel AME Zion Church, 413 S Mountain St, Cherryville, NC 28021.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com

Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services of Cherryville, N.C. is serving the Charles family.