Norman P. CHARRIER

FARMINGDALE-Ronnie L. Charrier, 50, of Roberts Street, died unexpectedly on Nov. 1, 2005 at his home. Born in Portland, he was the son of Norman P. and Beverly M. (Blake) Charrier. He was raised and educated in Gorham, and was a graduate of Gorham High School. At the time of his death, he was employed for North American Industries. Ron was an exceptional athlete for Gorham High School, playing baseball, basketball and soccer. After finishing school, he continued to play for many teams including the Maine Majestics softball team and Leo's basketball team. He was a huge fan of the Green Bay Packers as well as the Boston Celtics. In his free time, Ron enjoyed umpiring, line dancing and bowling, he was active in many bowling leagues over the past few decades. One of his greatest enjoyments was spending time with his two grandsons, often fishing with them. Ron coached both women's and girl's softball for many years in the Windham community. He was admired by his players and was considered a terrific coach. One of Ron's greatest accomplishments was leading the Windham Little League Softball All Stars to a state championship in 1996. This was a thrilling experience for all of his players. Ron's involvement in the American Softball Association allowed many area softball players to travel all over the state of Maine and the New England region. Also in 1996, after winning five games in a row, his team came out of the loser's bracket with unstoppable momentum. That summer, his team went on to win the ASA Maine State U12 Award. During his coaching career, his teams included Band R Logging, Maine Memorial, and the Maine Wave. Ron took every advantage to travel and compete against excellent teams. He was a man who volunteered countless hours for the benefit of youth. His father, Norman P. Charrier and a step-daughter, Kelley Newcomb predeceased him. Surviving are his daughter, Brianne Charrier of Windham; his mother, Beverly M. Charrier of Portland; a step-son, Stephen Newcomb of Windham; a brother, Joseph Charrier of Scarborough; a sister, Susan Robinson of Portland; his two grandsons, Stephen Newcomb and Brady Newcomb, both of Windham; and many nieces and nephews. A visiting hour will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 8, from 6-7 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m., at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Road, Windham.