Charles H. Stevens, Sr., 85, died April 4, 2015 at his home in Topsham. He was born August 9, 1929 in Gouldsboro to Bernice Keith and Nicholas Stevens. Charles was raised by his mother and stepfather, Douglas Young, Sr. He grew up in Gouldsboro and attended local schools. He joined the U.S. Army in 1949 and served in Korea during the Korean War.

Charles moved to Boothbay to work at Goudy and Stevens Shipyard and Hodgdon Brothers building minesweepers. He met his future wife, Priscilla Reed, while changing her flat tire after work one day; it was typical of Charlie to be helping someone out. He also worked for Walbridge Brothers for many years and eventually he worked, self-employed, as a plumbing and heating technician for many years until he retired.

He was superintendent of the East Boothbay Water District and volunteered as a fireman for the town of East Boothbay. Charles was well known as a hardworking man who was always willing to help anyone who needed it. He was kind and fair to everyone and had a good sense of humor. He liked to go fishing, hunting, and camping. He also enjoyed antique cars and most importantly spending time with his family. He was predeceased by his mother, Bernice Young; his step-father, Douglas Young, Sr.; son, Randy Stevens; brothers, Wayne Young and LeRoy Young; sisters, Marjorie and Leola.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Priscilla Stevens of Topsham

Sons, Gary Stevens and his wife Gail of Phippsburg
Charles Stevens, Jr. and his wife Chris of Boothbay

Daughters, Kathy Stevens of Falmouth
Donna Brunette and her husband David of Bowdoin
Laurie Ellen Stevens of Topsham
Heidi Stevens and her companion Donald Pelletier of Wiscasset

Sister, Clara Daley and her husband Kendall of Gouldsboro

Brothers, Richard Young and his wife Connie of Cherryfield
Douglas Young, Jr. and his wife Aileen of Ellsworth

Eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren

Friends are welcome to join the family for a Celebration of Charlie’s life at 1 p.m. on April 10th at Hall’s of Boothbay, 975 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay. Al Roberts will officiate. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Boothbay in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Charlie’s memory may be made to CHANS Home Health Care, 60 Baribeau Drive, Brunswick 04011.


Hall’s of Boothbay has care of the arrangements. To extend online condolences, light a candle for Charlie, or to share a story or pictures, visit his Book of Memories at www.hallfuneralhomes.com.