Charlotte Lichman, 51, of Nora Springs, IA died August 20, 2012 at her home.
A Memorial visitation will be held on Monday August 27, 2012 from 3 to 6 P.M. at Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 2nd Street S.E., Mason City. Private services will be at a later time. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Charlotte Lichman Memorial Fund. Condolences may be shared with the family at http://www.fullertonfh.com/.
Charlotte was born on July 19, 1961 in Davenport, IA to John and Pauline (Linderman) Espinosa. She grew up in the Mason City area where she graduated from High School and took classes at North Iowa Community College. She worked a number of jobs through the years before being disabled in 2000.
Charlotte was family orientated and enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved shopping and collecting antique items. Her closest companions at home were her dogs who were a great therapeutic comfort to her and were loved by her children and grandchildren. Much of her time and energy in her later years was spent with her grandchildren who she loved spending time with. She cherished the many activities with the grandchildren in the park and was especially thrilled to host the grandchildren for sleep over’s. Her loving nature was also spread to many adopted kids and her numerous friends.
Charlotte is survived by her children: Brandy (Randy) Holley of Mason City, Ron Lichman-Espinosa of San Diego, CA, and Alana Lichman of Hampton, IA; Grandchildren: Brooklyn, Raymond and Ryan Holley and Marcus, Dominic and Avery Espinosa; along with siblings: Mike Espinosa, Tony Espinosa, Dorothy (Anthony) Theilen, and Frances McMann;
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 123 2nd St. S.E., Mason City, IA 50401. 641-423-8676, http://www.fullertonfh.com/ .
