Charlie Lea Graziano
August 4, 1941 - January 5, 2019
Charlie Lea Graziano, 77, of Mena passed away January 5, 2019. She was born August 4, 1941 to the late J.B. and Ouida Cecil. She is preceded in death by her parents, son, James Graziano and brother, Nolan Cecil. Survivors include her daughter, Charlotte (Joseph) Avallone; grandchildren, Christopher (Karissa) Avallone and Marielle Avallone; and great grandchild Kenton Avallone. Charlie met her former husband Anthony Graziano while he was stationed in Fort Chaffee, Arkansas. Their family began there with the births of their children Charlotte and James, fondly called Jimmy. When Anthony was discharged from the service they moved to New York where Charlie began a successful career with the New York Telephone Company as a computer programmer. Shortly after retiring from her position she relocated back to Arkansas the place she loved and felt most at home. Charlie was a member of Master Gardeners, Memory Drumming Circle and president of the local chapter of the Red Hat Society. Charlie was grateful for the friendships she enjoyed within her community. She was a special and unique soul with diverse interests and hobbies. A memorial service will be held in the spring.
Charlie Lea Graziano, 77, of Mena passed away January 5, 2019. She was born August 4, 1941 to the late J.B. and Ouida Cecil. She is preceded in death by her parents, son, James Graziano and brother, Nolan Cecil. Survivors include her daughter,... View Obituary & Service Information