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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
CHARLTON, Charles Frederick (Fred) - 80, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and the incredible staff of Whispering Tides, Glen Haven Manor.
He was born on June 8, 1943, to Henry and Margaret (Gerrior) Charlton and grew up in Trenton, NS.
In his early years, Fred joined the Navy and spent 9 years of dedicated service before his growing family needed him at home. It was then, that he began in the Electrical trade and worked successfully for his journeyman designation. He owned and operated his side business called F&S Electric, wiring and re-wiring homes across Pictou County. He spent most of his working career as the Superintendent of Maintenance for Hawker Siddeley Canada, and later Trenton Works Lavalin Inc., and finally Trenton Works Ltd (Greenbrier). There would not be an employee who worked in the busy plant that did not know or respect Fred. He was a former town councillor for the Town of Trenton and sat on various government boards over the years.
He loved the outdoors and had a strong passion for hunting and fishing. You could find him on Weaver’s Mountain during hunting season with his boys, and his older brother Billy. You could also find him at Tim Horton’s in Trenton, showing off his catch of four and five-pound Sea Trout to the local crew during the spring run.
At the young age of 57, Fred and Sharon decided he should retire and focused their attention on travel to many incredible destinations abroad. This move also allowed him to concentrate on his favorite job…being "Pupo". Now if you have ever driven up Duke Street and passed the big house on the left halfway up…you likely witnessed him in some form playing endlessly outside with his grand kids. From Disney World to custom tree forts, sledding on the hill and tractor rides, zip lining and Tim’s drives combined with regular weekly sleepovers, these were all topped off with Nan and Pupo couch snuggles, and movie time curled up in the living room with all his kiddies…and a smile you could never forget spread across his face.
He was an incredibly hard-working man, a dedicated provider and mentor that never stopped supporting his children, family, and neighbors in any capacity when called upon. The "Hill" has certainly lost one of the great ones.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sharon (Rundle); his children, Cathy (Jamie) Foote, French River, Angela, Halifax, Fred Jr., Trenton, Scott, Ontario, John (Emily) Little Harbour, NS; stepchildren, Scott MacDonald (Sylvie), Karen MacDonald (Burnie); grandchildren, Jamie Lee, Carly, Dylan, Hanna, Alicia, Ashley, Jessica, Cassidy, Kory, Norman, Nick, Bryanna and Evan, Grace, Lauren and Janelle and Thai; numerous great-grandchildren and his brothers, Cecil (Nancy), Pictou landing and George (Marion), Stellarton. Fred also leaves behind his forever loved cockapoo, Zoe.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Margaret, his first wife, Mary Ann (Maclean), siblings, Billy, Marjorie, numerous aunts, uncles, and relatives.
There will be no visitation and a private celebration of life will take place at a later date. In memory of Fred, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia.
"The trail is the thing, not the end of the trail. Travel too fast, and you miss all that you are traveling for." ……Louis L’Amour (R. H. Porter Funeral Homes Ltd)
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