Hathaway, Charlotte ~ after a short battle, at the Welland County General Hospital, on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Ron Hathaway. Loving mother of Charlene O'Neill. Grandma will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her granddaughter Amanda. Loving daughter of Sophie and the late Charles Brooks. Dear sister-in-law of Margaret (Bob) Morel and their family all of Ottawa. Special friend of Debbie Griffin and Cathy Shorthouse. Special "best friend" poochie, Kelsey. Charlotte was a proud worker of General Motors for 30 years, retiring at the age of 47. A special thank you to the Welland Hospital for all their care and compassion.