FARMINGTON – Charles E. Grace Jr., 74, of Bridgton, died Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Sandy River Nursing Home, in Farmington.

He was born in Framingham, Mass., on June 2, 1949, the son of Charles Sr. and Pauline (Grzyboski) Grace. Charles attended Ashland High School, graduating with the class of 1967. He served in the United States Army, and after returning from Vietnam he worked as a self-employed lobsterman, out of Lynn, Mass.

Charles was a Lifetime member of the Ashland VFW Post 2331. He was always doing something, whether it was working on cars, buying, and fixing “boy toys” or just hanging out at the casino.

Charles is survived by his sisters Cynthia A. Fric, and Linda J. Smith, his brother Walter W. Grace, along with several nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents.

At his request, there will be no services.

To share memories and condolences with the family please go to www.chandlerfunerals.com. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton.