She was born in Lexington on July 12, 1956, a daughter of Martha Ann Kirby Dorry and the late Blair William Eakin Sr. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Monte Shawn Eakin and Troy Dwayne Eakin.

She loved life and had many wonderful friends and was loved by everyone that met her. Charlotte enjoyed spending time with her dogs, Ellie and Zena, the beach, fishing and bowling, having won an IGBO fellowship award. Up till the end, she loved her LGBT community.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her stepfather, Gerald Derrick Dorry; her sister, Latonia Nicole Cooper and husband, Jackie; niece, Chyanne Renea Cooper, nephew, Dakota Dean Cooper, and her niece, Amanda Renee Eakin; her partner, Di Whitcraft; her friend of 45 years, Rhonda Sandidge; her friend of 35 years, Lori Munford; and her friend of 25 years, Wendy Nadell.

A celebration of her life was held on Saturday, July 15, at Green Ridge Recreation Center, 7415 Wood Haven Road, Roanoke, VA 24019.

Arrangements were by Burch-Messier Cremation Services, Bedford. N-G