Audrey J. Charles

Audrey Charles

FRYEBURG – “Jean” Audrey Jean (Barr) Charles, 90, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Bella Point Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born January 30, 1932, in Norwalk, Conn., a daughter of the late John and Florence (Bloom) Barr. Audrey graduated high school in Norwalk then went on to achieve a degree from Cora Gables Business School.

She married her husband Halbert C. Charles on March 27, 1955. She worked for four years as treasurer of the Town of Fryeburg in the 60s, four years as payroll clerk for Forest Industries in Fryeburg in the 70s and for 21 years at Casco Bank in Fryeburg, retiring in 1990. She was a dedicated wife and mother to her family. She enjoyed reading, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, John and Florence Barr; her loving husband Halbert Charles; and her sister Lorraine Buchanan.

She is survived by her son, Matthew Charles and his companion Ally Pennell; her daughter Shari Smith and her hus- band Thomas; her sister Carole Blore and her husband Fred of Sandy Hook, Conn.; her brother Briane and wife Brenda Barr of Evans, Ga.; a grandson Cody Smith and a granddaughter Maeve Charles.

Arrangements are under the care of Wood Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg. In keeping with Audrey’s wishes, a springtime burial will take place at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Fryeburg. To make an online condolence please visit www.woodfuenralhome.org