Charles Kent Wiggins passed away Feb. 28, 2015.

Charles was born June 5, 1950, the first son of George and Thyra Wiggins, in Renton.

He was very artistic, and he designed and made jewelry. He lived in Canada, Bainbridge Island, Port Townsend and Seattle.

Charles is survived by his mother Thyra (Nana) McKay; sister Kathi Foresee (Jerry); brothers Dave Wiggins (Jeanette) and Robert Wiggins (Steve); stepbrother Gary Mckay (Tammy); stepsons Zack and Connor; and  many nieces.

He was preceded in death by fathers George Wiggins and Donald McKay,  both sets of grandparents Wiggins and Kent.

Charles was a gentle man who touched many lives. He was very active in civil matters. He will be missed by family members, friends and fellow artists.

A celebration of life is planned for 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 19 in Huney Hall at Waterfront Park Community Center (located at 370 Brien Drive, directly across from Waterfront Park). Please contact his mother at thyramckay@gmail.com.

Donations can be made at any Kitsap Credit Union in Thyra McKay’s name.