Charles was born on October 10, 1936, in Walsenburg, Colorado, to the union of Gladys and Claude Guillen.
He is survived by his children: Patti Baros, Carol (Cliff) Rivenes and Brian (Tracy) Guillen. He is also survived by his wife, Gloria, and her children: Pete Barela, Karen (Brett) Martinez, and Theodore (Julie) Barela.
Charles leaves behind his siblings: Hal, Eddie, Judy, and Lorraine; his grandchildren: Shane, Brenna, Deven, Kira, Zaeleigh, Jazlin, Brittany, Brandy, Brandon, and Garret; and great-grandchildren: Braiden and Ian.
He was preceded in death by his grandson, Christopher Rivenes.
Charles will be lovingly remembered at a private memorial.
