Charlotte Darlene Richardson,60, of Bessemer City, passed away , December 4, 2013 at her residence. She was born September 10, 1953 in Gaston County to Eunice and the late Harold Dowell. A graveside service will be held 3:00 pm on Saturday at Westview Gardens in the mausoleum. The family will receive friends 2:00 - 3:00 pm at the cemetery. In addition to her mother, Eunice Dowell, Charlotte is survived by her husband of 44 years, Steven Richardson; daughters, Tammy Richardson, Kimberly Ingram and husband, Shane; brother, Doil Dowell; sister, Robin Hadden; 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Dowell; brother, John Dowell; and great-granddaughter, Abigail Baldock. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.