Charlotte Kay Royalty

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Charlotte Kay Royalty, 60, died, Sunday, November 26, 2017 at home surrounded by her family. Born August 23, 1957 in Danville, she was the daughter of the late Alfred D. and Allene Johnson Royalty. Charlotte was a 1975 graduate of Danville High School and attended Morehead State University. She graduated from the Gulf Shore School of Floral Design. She is a member of the American Society of Florists. Charlotte was a talented floral designer for 36 years, and was the co-owner of Imperial Flowers in Lexington. She was an inspiring force in her field, and gave generously of her time and talents to mentor numerous aspiring floral designers during her career. She had a strong sense of purpose, and strived to bring love and beauty into the world. She was compassionate and caring, and had a natural ability to connect with people, in both her professional and personal life. She approached life with an open heart and treated others with love and acceptance. Her life-long affection for animals made beloved pets a constant presence in her life and she shared her home with many special ‘babies’ over the years. She was free-spirited and fearless, and seized opportunities to make the most of the moments she was given. She loved to travel, most notably to Paris and London in recent years. She possessed a quiet dignity and strength of character that was evident throughout her life. She leaves behind a legacy of love carried forward by the many people whose lives she touched. She is survived by her devoted wife, Gayle Stockdale and their three Boston Terriers, Maggie Grace, Stella Ann and Chloe Renee; a sister, Janice Royalty and an aunt, Jean Johnson. The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, at Stith Funeral Home. Lea Schultz will officiate. Burial will be in Bellevue Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Matt Elliott, Greg Stratton, David Oldham, Michael Ketterer, Alan Warneke, Susie Stammer, Annie Rardin, Chelsea Timm and Mary Brainard. Visitation will be from 11-1 Thursday prior to the service. Memorial donations are suggested to Heritage Hospice, Danville-Boyle Co. Humane Society or the Phoenix Institute. Visitation: 11am - 1pm Thursday prior to the service Funeral service: 1 pm Thursday, at Stith Funeral Home, Danville Burial: Bellevue Cemetery

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  1. What a beautiful soul I had the pleasure to know, gentle, full of love and grace and she always laughed at my foolishness. I miss you my dear Sistah, you will always be in my heart.

  2. My Classmate(\’75 DHS) how I have wondered where you were and now I know resting in the arms of Our Lord and Saviour —I thank you for being my friend in days gone by and it sounds like you carried those characteristics with you through your life–surely you will be missed by many

  3. Charlotte, I know that wherever you are, at this present moment, you are able to see the massive grouping of friends and family (extended included) gathering to pay tribute to YOU and the amazing life you led while in your human form. YOU have made such a difference in this world, have assisted Mother Earth and humanity in her evolution of ascension and will continue your infinite working of the Light in all realms, for this is your mission and one that you tirelessly carry setting the example of service in the highest levels possible. Thank you for saying \”Yes\” to come into a dense world and shine your light, you have helped so many people and will be remembered for your gentle, loving and laughing presence. We will sense you around us, as I KNOW you are continuing your work right along beside us. You are GREATLY LOVED by so many and your human form presence is missed but as each one of us evolves we will be able to connect in easier and more fully with your I AM presence. There IS NO SEPARATION, it is just illusion. You have helped to illuminate this for the world. Hugs sweet Sis-tah! <3

  4. What a full life Ms. Royalty lived! The God of all comfort can bring her family and friends the hope of seeing her again, for \”there is going to be a resurrection\”. Acts 24:15

  5. Thinking Gayle and Charlotte\’s family at this difficult time. The world has lost a wonderful person, talented florist and devoted spouse.

  6. Gayle, Please feel the support of so many people. When my Mom passed away, one of the best things someone said to me was, \”Honor her by living fully in her place.\” I try to live that wisdom. I will be holding you in my heart, expecially this week and I believe in God\’s comfort. Sincerely, Becky

  7. You are gone too soon and Heaven has a new Angel, but the World is a sadder place without you. Knowing you was a special privilege. Thank you for the sweet memories. Love, Kathleen

  8. Charlotte made the world a better place. She was an amazing caretaker of all of god\’s creatures and she will be missed.

  9. To the family of Charlotte Kay Royalty, I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that \”Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit.\” (Psalm 34:18) With sympathy,

  10. My condolences to the family in this difficult moments. Please remember that God can comfort us. So draw close to God in prayer so He can draw close to you to comfort you and to give you that peace of God that surpasses all understanding (James 4:8; Philippians 4:6;7).


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