Myrtle Charles

CASA BLANCA - Myrtle R. Charles, 76, died on Jan. 8, 2018, at Gila River Caring House in Sacaton, surrounded by her family and friends.

Ms. Charles was born to Lewis and Lucy (Giff) Charles in Sacaton on Nov. 29, 1941. She cherished and adored her loved ones. She was an accomplished educator and administrator and influenced the lives of many students, colleagues and community members at Phoenix Indian High School, St. Johns Boarding School, Central Arizona College, Baboquivari High School, Glendale Unified School District, Gila River Juvenile Detention and Rehabilitation Center, and the Gila River Tribal Education Department.

She is survived by a sister, Ruhama Charles-Knox of Gila River District 7, as well as nieces and nephews.

Celebration of life beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18, at the District 5 Multipurpose Building. Funeral at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, at Vah-Ki Presbyterian Church. Graveside service in Vah-Ki Cemetery.

J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel in charge of arrangements.