Charles Edward Fitz

BOWDOIN – Charles Edward Fitz, 87, died peacefully on Dec. 6, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He was born on Dec. 19, 1937, in Topsham, Maine, the son of the late William D. and Henrietta L. (Bibber) Fitz. Charles was a man of honor, resilience, and remarkable courage.

Charles dedicated his life to raising his family and to serving his country including Vietnam, rising through the ranks to become a respected Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force. His sense of duty, unwavering loyalty, and commitment to excellence made him a figure of admiration among his peers. After retiring from the military, Charles made his home in Bowdoin with his wife of 68 years, Lorraine. He then joined the United States Postal Service, a career which spanned more than twenty years.

In his spare time, Charles could be found polishing his car, mowing his lawn, and playing with his cats. In his early years he enjoyed hunting, fishing and auto mobiles.

Charles graduated from Wayne Community College in North Carolina, with an aircraft and power plant degree in aviation. He was a licensed Instructor Pilot for small aircraft. He was a member of the American Legion, Topsham Post #202 and the Veterans of Foreign War Post #2197, he is also a graduate of the Air Force NCO Academy.

Charles was preceded in death by his brothers, William and Carlton Fitz, and his grandson, Garrett McIntire. He is survived by his loving wife, Lorraine Fitz; his sons Charles Fitz Jr. and Lawrence Fitz, daughters, Sandra Redd and Christine Goan; nine grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. His memory will be celebrated by all who knew him.

Visiting hours celebrating Charles life will be held on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Stetson’s Funeral Home, 12 Federal Street, Brunswick, Maine. A graveside service will be held in the chapel of the New Maine Veterans Cemetery, Mount Vernon Road, Augusta, ME on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at 1 p.m.

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Stetson’s Funeral Home website http://www.StetsonsFuneralHome.com.