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David Charland Obituary
WATERBORO - David E. Charland, 55, of Waterboro died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 at Maine Medical Center in Portland surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born in Biddeford on May 26, 1960 the son of Armand and Lorraine (Court) Charland of Limerick.
David was a graduate of Massabesic High School. After graduation, he was employed at the York County Sheriff Department as a correction officer and most recently was a truck driver and foreman for Genest Concrete for many years.
He was a member of the Sanford Elks and the Lafayette Clubs. David enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, NASCAR, going to KI Camp and spending time with family and friends. He loved his country music, dancing and Conway Twitty was his favorite.
In addition to his parents, David is survived by his loving companion and wife, Diane Charland of Waterboro, his in-laws, Roger and Angela Reed of Alfred, seven siblings, Richard and Paul of Waterboro, Ronald and his wife, Anita of Buxton, Diane Paul and her companion Carl Sherman of Biddeford, Pamela Crepeau and husband Conrad of Naples, Kathy Perron and husband Rene of Biddeford, Karen Souliere and husband Wayne of Biddeford and a sister-in-law Tina Charland of Lebanon. He will be sadly missed by step daughters, Nicole Brochu, Laurie Cloutier, Carrie Sennesael and Cristie Phinney; nine step grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Jeffrey Charland.
A celebration of life with buffet will be held on Friday, Sept. 25, 2015 at the Sanford Elks, 7 Elm Street, Sanford, from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Flowers are acceptable and may be delivered to the Elks Lodge. To offer condolences and share memories with the family, please go to www.coastalcremationservices.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Charland
Robert Gilbert
September 17, 2019
We had lots of laughs at the Post Office. Sure miss them all.
Eric Annis
October 6, 2015
To the entire Charland family,
My son and I met Dave many years ago on a caribou hunting trip. We both have so many fond memories of Dave and that trip. He was just so much fun and the room lit up as he arrived with yet another story or adventure! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eric and Ethan Annis
Peggy Plapis
September 26, 2015
Diane,
I am so sorry for your loss. I keep thinking of all of the wonderful vacation photos of you and David that you shared with me. All of the love and happiness they showed between the two of you. I will keep you in my heart and prayers.
Peggy Plapis
Jacquie Cofone
September 25, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss Diane
September 24, 2015
To the Charland Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Dave was a great guy, always so happy. We shall miss him. God bless you all with comfort and peace during this very difficult time. Love, Dan & Judy Brown
Amanda Perkins
September 24, 2015
Love you Uncle David
Meliket Arega
September 24, 2015
I am very sorry for the lost of your love one please trust in the God of comfort 1peter 5 :7 and Psalms 83:18
Mike & Denise Perron
September 24, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Charland family.
Nanette Kent
September 24, 2015
Our sympathies to the Charland Family. David was someone that you couldn't help but like. He had a carefree way about him that always made you feel better just to be around him. May he rest in peace.
September 23, 2015
Lorraine, Armand, Paul & Family....We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all - Love Becki & Lee
Postmaster Bob
September 23, 2015
We had many many laughs when you came into the Waterboro Post Office. Rest in peace, my friend
sue saunders
September 23, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Darlene Yates
September 23, 2015
RIP our friend
Lori Tash
September 23, 2015
My condolences to the family
September 23, 2015
i remember dave as a red headed spitfire in school, we had so much fun picken on each other, you were a great guy dave, and im very sadden you are gone, you will never be forgotten by your friends and loved ones,, prayers and thoughts are with you and your family .. Luv Barbara O
Lucien Langlois
September 23, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sherry Henderson
September 23, 2015
Love and miss you, you was an exceptional man that none of us will forget, you'll be in our hearts forever
Kimberly Newton DiGiacomo
September 23, 2015
You will be missed by all your friends and family .
Bonny Compton
September 23, 2015
You will be missed my friend. Your smile, wit,humor.My prayers go to Diane, an the Charland family.
Lin Nale
September 23, 2015
I had only met Dave last June, his beautiful wife Diane, had began working with me. I had a few occasions when I had visited with them as a couple, admiring the closeness they shared, marveling in how they seemed to fit perfectly together. I fell in love with Dave, there is simply was no way not too. His quick smile, hearty laugh, hospitality and fun personality made it impossible not to. I knew Dave was an exceptional guy from the start.
What made Dave an exceptional man was how he would reach out to others. Last November, I found myself in quite a quandry, I found myself living in a seasonal camp not realizing that I wouldn't be able to keep it warm. By happenstance Diane had called me that chilly night and learned of my little dilemma, I was literally shivering on the phone. I was embarrassed when I heard her tell Dave and in a flash he was on the phone asking me a hundred questions then telling me he was coming to help. Two days later Dave and Diane were on my front porch helping me button up a camp. What makes this so unusual is that I kept telling them I was fine, I live almost three hours away, one way. They only had weekends off, I did desperately need the assistance but didn't want to impose. No wasn't an acceptable answer for them, that's the kind of loving friends a person could only pray for.
In the world of selfish, self centered people, Dave stood out. A sweet loveable guy who would do anything for anyone. I wish I had the honor of knowing him decades but he will not be forgotten......
Sherie Bolstridge
September 23, 2015
Oh how we miss you,our dear friend!Your smile and laugh that always filled a room.Your wit was epic, and all those countless Memorial Day weekends the three of us sitting on the front porch in KI watching the sunrise, talking about anything from A-Z and saving the world.Diane and family peace be with you in your time of sorrow.We love you all! Buck,Sherie,Bryan,Evan and Brooke Xoxo
Sherie Bolstridge
September 23, 2015
Oh how we miss you,our dear friend!Your smile and laugh that always filled a room.Your wit was epic, and all those countless Memorial Day weekends the three of us sitting on the front porch in KI watching the sunrise, talking about anything from A-Z and saving the world.Diane and family peace be with you in your time of sorrow.We love you all! Buck,Sherie,Bryan,Evan and Brooke Xoxo
Sherie Bolstridge
September 23, 2015
Oh how we miss you,our dear friend!Your smile and laugh that always filled a room.Your wit was epic, and all those countless Memorial Day weekends the three of us sitting on the front porch in KI watching the sunrise, talking about anything from A-Z and saving the world.Diane and family peace be with you in your time of sorrow.We love you all! Buck,Sherie,Bryan,Evan and Brooke Xoxo
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