Charlene F. (Leslie) Dju age 37 of New Bedford formerly of Brockton died unexpectedly January 4, 2011 at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford. Born in Stoughton and raised in Brockton she was the daughter of the late Charles and Jacquelyn (Wills) Leslie. A graduate of Brockton High School Charlene had lived in Brockton for most of her life before moving to New Bedford five years ago.
For several years Charlene had worked in telephone sales at SC Direct in Easton. She loved to cook and watch the Food Network. Charlene especially enjoyed time spent with her family and friends.
She is survived by her children Vanessa Gomez-Leslie, Manuel Guerraro-Leslie and Tyree Dju. She was the sister of Catherine Drew of Brockton, James Verdone of Brockton and William Verdone of Spokane, Washington. She also leaves several nieces and friends.
A Memorial Gathering will be held in the Conley Funeral Home 138 Belmont Street (Rte 123) Brockton Saturday January 22, 2011 from 12 noon – 2 pm with a prayer service at 1:30 pm.