Obituary of Charles D. Stratton

Charles D. Stratton 78 of Prospect passed away due to complications from a second major stroke on June 14, 2023. He went peacefully at home with his devoted wife Olivia by his side and surrounded by loved ones.

Charlie was a U.S. Navy Veteran, an avid hunter, and an accomplished carpenter. Prior to his first stroke in 2017 he enjoyed working in his garden & working on his house & helping anyone who needed an extra hand. Charlie enjoyed anything that involved being outdoors. He especially enjoyed any time that he was able to spend with his grandchildren. Charlie had many jobs over his lifetime from working at Pratt Whitney Aircraft in Connecticut, to owning his own business there as well, working for several real estate companies, as a tractor trailer driver and his last job at Ste. Anne's Hospital in Fall River Ma. which was one of his most rewarding.

Charlie is survived by his wife Olivia; his children Charles (Rosa), Annette  (Dale) his second children Tyronne (Crystal), Micheal ( Catherine) his grandchildren Roger ( Tia) Wyatt, Drew, Kelly, Troy ( Marisabel), Tyronne Jr. & Aaralyn, great grandson Treyce, his sisters May & Caroline and his best friend of over 65 years Stretch. He was also Great grandfather of the late Chevy Heady.

Friends and family are welcome to attend visiting hours at Riposta Funeral Home 182 Waldo Ave Belfast on Saturday June 24th from 9:00- 11:00 am.  Funeral service will be held at immediately following at the funeral home and will conclude graveside at Grove Cemetery on Main St. in Belfast.  Memories and condolences may be shared on his tribute wall.