Charles, also known as Charlie, was born in Stonewall, Manitoba in 1936 and grew up on a dairy farm as the oldest of six children. After moving to Winnipeg, he met the love of his life, Isabelle, who led him to Christ during their courtship. Their nearly 70 years together have been centered on faith, family, music and serving others. Charlie faithfully served his community for many years with the Saskatoon Police Service and later with Mourning Glory Funeral Services. Known to many as “Grandpa Charlie” at summer camp, he has always been loved for his kindness, humour, and welcoming spirit. Alongside Isabelle, Charlie played guitar, harmonica, and sang with the group Country Sonshine, sharing joy and faith through music. Whether travelling, singing, or spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Charlie’s life has been a beautiful reflection of steadfast faith and deep love for family.
Charlie is survived by his loving wife of almost 70 years, Isabelle Carter; his children: Sherri Johnson, Garth (Eunice) Carter, Lance (Carol) Carter and Kendra (Fred) Antunes; his sister Gloria (John) Anderson; his brother Bruce (Ruth) Carter; and his ten grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
Charlie is predeceased by his mother and father; his sisters Faith, Gail (Johnson) and Marjorie (Leckett); his brothers-in-law Ron Johnson and Vic Leckett; his son-in-law Barry Johnson; his grandsons Chad Johnson and Sonny LaFreniere; and his great great granddaughter Louisa Trachsel.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Elim Church (419 Slimmon Road, Saskatoon, SK S7V 0E3). Another Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Christ Church (25 2 St SW, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 2A2), with burial to follow at Gladstone Cemetery, Manitoba.
