BANGOR – Charles E. Barbour, 74, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005, at a Bangor nursing facility following a long illness. He was born Jan. 11, 1931, in Chelsey, Mass., son of the late Albert R. and Rose A. (Haskell) Barbour. Charles graduated from Stonington High School, Class of 1949. Following high school, he entered the Coast Guard and then enlisted in the U.S. Army/Navy having served in Japan and Korea as a radio technician. Charles was a talented gardener and enjoyed tending to his flower and vegetable gardens. He was a gifted poet and published two books of his work. Charles was a Christian man who was very faithful to his Lord, Bible and the Christ Church of Faith in Old Town where he was an active member. The family would like to sincerely thank the nurses, staff and friends at the Maine Veterans Home in Bangor for the unconditional care that was provided for Charles. Your kindness and hospitality will be forever remembered. He is survived and will be sadly missed by his wife, Carolyn of 10 years; brother, Maurice Barbour of Deer Isle; several nieces and nephews, three stepdaughters and one stepson of a previous marriage, two special stepsons, Michael and Timothy Reynolds. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife Lillian Smith. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the Birmingham Funeral Home, 438 Main St. Old Town, where a Celebration of Life will be conducted 1 p.m. Sunday with Pastor Wayne Hartt officiating. Friends and family are invited to the Christ Church of Faith, 2266 Bennoch Rd., Old Town ME 04468 immediately following the service for a luncheon and continued fellowship. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to Christ Church of Faith using previously stated address. Spring Committal will be announced at a later date. www.dignitymemorial.com
CHARLES E. BARBOUR
