It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear friend and longtime colleague, Charon Mathews.

For more than 25 years, Charon was a beloved part of the Creative Community Services family, serving as Executive Assistant and HR Liaison. But a job title could never fully capture who Charon was to CCS. To so many of us, Charon was like a mom. She took care of people. She was kind and gracious, steady and dependable, and never afraid to tell you like it was when you needed to hear it. When there was a problem, Charon was there. She brought a calm presence into difficult moments, found a way forward, and helped get things done. “No” simply did not seem to be a word in Charon’s vocabulary when someone needed her help. Over more than two decades of service, Charon touched countless lives and became part of the fabric of CCS. And she continued to have that effect on people even to the very end. During her time in the hospital, Charon connected with nurses and doctors who continued to seek her out just to see her, even after their shifts had ended or she had moved to another room or unit. That was Charon. Her care for the people around her extended far beyond the responsibilities of her role, and people were drawn to the kindness, warmth, and joy she carried with her. She showed us what it looks like to serve others faithfully and consistently, simply by the way she lived and cared for those around her. We are deeply grateful for the many years we were privileged to share with Charon and for the kindness, wisdom, laughter, and care she gave so freely. Our CCS family will not be the same without her. We extend our love and deepest sympathies to Charon’s family, friends, and all those who knew and loved her. Her presence will be deeply missed, and her impact on this community will remain with us for years to come. In keeping with Charon’s wishes, donations may be made to Creative Community Services in her memory in lieu of flowers. We are grateful to her family for sharing this wish and to all who choose to honor her in this way. Give in memory of Charon: https://ccsgeorgia.org/donate/