BANGOR – Charles R. Philbrook, 76, died unexpectedly June 2, 2011, at his home. He was born July 9, 1934, in Hampden, son of Leon L. and Mary H. (Griffin) Philbrook.
Charles completed high school and worked for many years in the laundry service industry. Charles was a loving son, brother and uncle, and a great help to the family. He also was very fond of animals.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, James L. Philbrook; nephews, Dana Leeman and Kyle Fitzherbert; a great-niece, Dayna Kathleen; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Charles is survived by two sisters, Julia Leeman and her husband, Harold, of Bangor, and Joan Fitzherbert of Bath; nieces, Susan, Mary, Cheryl, Barbara and Peggy; nephews, Michael, Harold Jr., John and David; many great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.
The family will be having a private graveside service later in the summer. Those who wish to remember Charles in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Bangor Humane Society, 693B Mount Hope Ave., Bangor, ME 04401. Arrangements by Memorial Alternatives, 205 Center St., Bangor.