KITTERY, ME - Charles J. Bartolomei is now together, in spirit, with his beloved wife Babsie, after a lonely 3-year hiatus. Charlie, passed away, on January 18, 2019 at 86. Chazman lived a full life with his family. He and Babs began their lives together in a two-family home where his brother, Kiki and sister-in-law Buzzy, who was Babsie’s sister, lived upstairs and his family lived down. His career as a salesman, as he had the gift of gab, flourished and he and Babs were able to buy their home on Konkel Drive in Dudley. That home was a source of pride for Charlie.
His children, Charlie Jr., Nancy, Jane, John, and Tom, each have sweet and personal memories of their dad. Charlie took his role as provider very seriously. He took on extra jobs, one being that of delivering cakes for Duffy’s Bakery. As a special treat, he took Junior and Nancy along for the ride, only to realize that two small children and a multi-tiered wedding cake shouldn’t be in the same vehicle! In his early career, Charlie’s bread route took him right past his home, where on several occasions he would stop and pick up Jane to accompany him on a few stops, sitting in a bread box for safety. Charlie and Babs spent focused and deliberate time supporting John and Tom throughout their sports history and were probably the best of fans, where they traveled near and far to watch countless basketball games at the high school and college level.
Charlie’s children and their partners, Lynn, Fran, Debbie, and Liz brought him great joy and comfort over the years as the family grew. He spent time with his grandchildren, Jesse, Erin, Heather, Melissa, Kate, Christopher, and Andrew and was able to enjoy them as wonderful, successful adults. In addition to his grandchildren, Max, Candy, and Munchkin found a special place in his heart! He was also blessed with several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
There are no calling hours and services will be private per family request. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, 340 School St., Webster, MA.