Galen C Charpentier

ALEXANDER – Galen C. Charpentier, 63, passed away on May 17, 2011 at Calais Regional Hospital. Galen was the son of Russell and Germaine (Chamberlain) Charpentier born on December 2, 1947 in Hamlin. He worked for most of his life as a Carpenter and a Superintendent for Industrial Construction Company and was a member of the Carpenters Union Local 43 in CT for over 35 years. On April 20, 1968 he married Charlotte Manion in South Winsor, CT with whom he lovingly raised 2 children. Galen actively participated in his son’s sports and music programs during his childhood. He was supportive and involved with his daughter as she partook in many years of dance and art, as well as supported her in her pursuit of a career in New York City; he was a loving husband and father and a loyal friend who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Galen was predeceased by his father, Russell J. Charpentier. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Charlotte Charpentier; his mother, Germaine Charpentier of South Windsor, CT; his children Christopher Charpentier and his wife, Janette of Vernon, CT and Chantel Charpentier of New York, NY; two grandchildren, Kiera and Chase Charpentier of Vernon, CT; many aunts and uncles, cousins, sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws with whom he was very close; nieces; nephews; many close friends and his special canine companion, Daisy. Charlotte would like to especially thank neighbors Steven and Tammy Clark and Charlie and Wendy Dixs who have been supportive, loving and so very helpful. A memorial service will be held at a later date at St. Margaret Marys Church in South Windsor, Connecticut. Arrangements are in the care of Mays Funeral Home, Calais & Eastport.