Charles "Charlie" William DeMello

Charles William DeMello Sr. passed away peacefully under the family cross at his residence on June 27, 2024 with Linda, his wife of 50 years by his side. He was born on August 25, 1948 to Antone and Mary DeMello Sr. in Southington, Connecticut.

He attended Southington Schools before enlisting into the Marine Corps in 1965 where he proudly served two tours in the Vietnam war as a Sargent and then served in the special services with the presidential detail. He was a life member of the Bath American Legion, DAV, VFW, and Elks Lodge.

On November 3, 1973 he married Linda Reed and they went through life together; building their home and raising their children. Charlie worked at BIW as a millwright and later purchased the Phippsburg Center Store with his wife. They operated the store for 15 years and expanded the business. As a team they enjoyed serving the community by giving back as often as they could. They also valued family and friends, often having people stay at their home for weeks on end, all while making some unforgettable memories at the DeMello’s.

Charlie had an immeasurable love for God and his family. He had a passion for gardening and could grow anything, even propagating his own unique varieties of flowers. He studied horticulture at Southern Maine Community College and was generous with his knowledge to others; frequently giving advice, lending a helping hand or passing off a plant or tree that he grew himself from seed.

He is predeceased by his daughter Mary Gardini and brothers John DeMello Sr. and Antone DeMello Jr.

He leaves behind his wife Linda, son Charles DeMello Jr. and wife Shannon, daughter Charline Wyman, daughter Marriane Temple and husband Albert, daughter Jennifer Chavis and sisters Joan Procko and Elizabeth Cardona as well as many grandchildren.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Phippsburg Fire and Rescue Services.

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