In this special episode of 'Finding Grandpa Charlie', host Erv Lenzy reviews the significant discoveries from season one, focusing on the life of his great grandfather, Charlie Henderson, who faked his death in 1912. The episode explores Charlie's early life, the tragedies that led to his disappearance, the unraveling of the family story, and the lives of his second family. It also hints at future explorations into New Mexico and California, where more secrets about Charlie's life may be uncovered.

Takeaways

• This episode is a bridge to connect the dots before season two.
• Charlie Henderson faked his death in 1912.
• The family believed Charlie was dead for 50 years.
• Tragedy struck the family with the loss of two children.
• The story of Charlie's disappearance was accepted without question.
• Charlie had a violent past, possibly involving crime.
• He started a new life with a second family after disappearing.
• Charlie's second family settled in California, creating their own legacy.
• CK, Charlie's brother, lived a stable life while Charlie drifted.
• The next episode will explore New Mexico and California further.

• The Mysterious Life of Charlie Henderson
• Unraveling Family Secrets

• "It was a crushing blow."
• "Charlie shot him, killed him."
• "He just kept going."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

01:24 The Life of Charlie Henderson

04:46 The Tragedy and Disappearance

07:36 The Unraveling of the Family Story

09:24 Charlie’s New Life and Family

11:42 The Aftermath of Charlie's Second Family

13:38 The Mysterious Death of Charlie

15:05 CK: The Brother Who Stayed

17:01 Looking Ahead: New Mexico and California