Charlene Edith Stanford

Charlene Edith Stanford, 67, of Mountain City, Georgia, passed away on June 14, 2026, in Bradenton, Florida. Born in Bradenton, she was a long-term resident of the area for many years before following her dreams of moving to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

She was a determined, hardworking, and dedicated mother throughout her life, as well as a kind and supportive daughter, grandmother, and friend. Despite many health challenges in her later years, she always pushed forward with grace, strength, and resilience. Charlene had a deep love for the fall season and truly enjoyed the mountains and nature. Spending time with her children and family during the holiday seasons was also one of her most dearly loved pastimes.

Charlene is preceded in death by her husband, Theron Stanford of Mountain City, Georgia, and her father, James Felts of Bradenton, Florida.

She is survived by her mother, Claudine Felts of Bradenton, Florida; her daughter, Amy Helm, and son-in-law, Joe, of Palm Harbor, Florida; her daughter, Jessica Vugrinovich, and son-in-law, Brad, of Waxhaw, North Carolina; and her cherished grandchildren, Valerie Raybuck, and Lindsey, Cameron, and Zachary Helm, all of Palm Harbor, Florida. Services will be private.