Charlnita Renee' Pankey was born on January 11, 1969. She was born and raised in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to her loving parents - Ocie & Eldoris Pankey. She also had two siblings, her older brother, Ocie Pankey, Jr.; and younger sister, Tyra Lynn Pankey.

Charlnita (mainly known as Renee) spent her childhood in the inner city of Saint Paul, Minnesota. She grew up at 929 Selby, where she also attended school. She enjoyed her time as a teenager. She went to parties, hung out with friends, and spent time with her family.

As a young woman, she started her career in the Medical Field as a Pharmacist. She later became a Certified Nursing Assistant.

In 1997, her daughter, Ayanna Muhammad was born, and in 2001, her son, Vernon Adams, Jr. was born. She made many sacrifices to raise her children. They were her greatest blessing and accomplishment.

Renee' was stern but she had a warm heart. She was always taking care of family, friends or her clients. She was always nurturing people. This was the skill in which God blessed her. She loved traveling and cooking. She aspired to be a chef after she retired from the Medical Field.

Renee' was a strong and beautiful woman. She will never be forgotten. Her legacy will live on through her family.

Thoughtful care and services provided by E. S. Eley & Sons Funeral Chapel, Inc.