Charlene Atkins

Charlene L Atkins, 45,  passed away at home on Thursday September 19, 2019  surrounded by her family. 

 Charlene was born in Grand Forks on September 25, 1973 to Michael and Peggy (Ryan) Baynes.  Charlene grew up in Grand Forks attending Central High School and Aakers Business College.  Charlene married Johnny Ray Atkins in 1992 and later divorced she has 2 sons and 1 grandson.

Charlene spent her time working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Community Options in GF.  

Charlene is survived by her father, Michael Baynes of Grand Forks; sister,  Margaret Baynes of Grand Forks;  sons,  James Atkins of Grand Forks and Cody Atkins of Jamestown,  ND; and grandson Zaybien Atkins.  She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Mary Ryan and Marguerite Baynes; mother, Peggy Baynes; and sister,  Ann Smith.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m.  concluding with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m.  Friday, September 27, 2019 in Amundson Funeral Home, 2975 S. 42^nd St., Grand Forks. Online guestbook is available at www.amundsonfuneralhome.com