Charleen Arnberg

Charleen Arnberg passed away on April 9, 2026 at the age of 96. She is survived by her three children, Linda Forgacs of New Castle, Colorado, William "Les" Arnberg of Bangor, California and Lori Arnberg of Sutter Creek, California; her seven grandchildren, Erik, Kevin and Christopher Nielsen of Colorado and Lester, Danny, Joseph and Jacquelyn Arnberg of Northern California; her brother, Marvin Little of Utah; thirteen great-grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren. Charleen loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them at every opportunity.

Charleen earned her master's degree and was the Public Information Officer for Gavilan College in Gilroy for 18 years. During the summer breaks she spent her time on the ocean with her husband William "Bill" who was a commercial fisherman; they retired to travel, often visiting campgrounds in every state and on cruises throughout the world.

Charleen loved people and enjoyed a variety of social activities including attending plays, Bridge clubs, Bunco groups, Red Hats, AAUW and trips to many casinos. She loved to entertain and looked forward to bringing friends and family together each year for a Christmas Eve gathering. She loved to read, create newsletters on her computer, decorate the house for every holiday and do craft projects.

We are grateful for all the support from friends and family to help her continue to participate in so many activities.

Charleen lived every day to its fullest; truly a life well lived!

A Celebration of Life will be held May 30, 2026 from 11:30am - 4pm at 118 Emerald Lane in Jackson, CA.

Published in Gilroy Dispatch · May 4, 2026