Charlene Ruth Saunders

Charlene Ruth Saunders (nee Kiefer), 80, of Grand River, OH, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, September 15th, 2024 at TriPoint Medical Center in Concord, OH. She was born in Jefferson, OH on April 26th, 1944 to the late Duane M. and Lepha (Lampson) Kiefer. Charlene later married the love of her life and best friend, John Saunders on August 17th, 1965.

She was an avid reader and loved visiting the library. Charlene was ornery and always liked playing jokes on others. She liked to sit and watch wildlife as well as ships transiting the river by her home. Charlene also loved animals, including her cats and dog, Zeke. Charlene’s greatest love though was spending time with her family.

Charlene was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, and friend to everyone who knew her. She will be greatly missed by: her loving husband of 60 years, John; children, Steven (Karen) Saunders, Stanley Saunders, John (Debra) Saunders, Michael Saunders, Patricia (Matthew) Lindy; grandchildren, Jimmy, Jeremy, Jason (Arielle), Emelia, Zachary, Kantina (Jeffrey Massey), Rebecca, Leta, and Dakota Saunders, Brooke, Megan, and Tyler Lindy; many great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Pomp; and many friends.

She is preceded in death by: her parents; daughter-in-law, Michelle Saunders; brother, Tom Kiefer; sister, Patricia Pomp; and beloved canine, Zeke.

A GATHERING OF FRIENDS AND FAMILY WILL BE HELD FROM 2-4 P.M., FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2024 AT POTTI AND MARC F. BURR FUNERAL HOMES, 1009 MENTOR AVE., PAINESVILLE, OH 44077. Arrangements have been entrusted to Potti and Marc F. Burr Funeral Homes, 440-682-0907. Online condolences may be sent at www.marcfburrfuneralhom.com .