Gorham - Charles "Charlie, Chas, Chip" Athanasion Jr., 64, passed away on February 25, 2020 at his home after a long illness with his loving wife, Carol of 24 years, by his side. He was born in Portland on September 4, 1955, a son of the late Charles Sr. and Beverley Athanasion.
He is predeceased by his daughter, Christina Marie, who passed away in 2015. Besides his wife he is survived by his son, Charles Athanasion III, significant other Nickea, and grandson Nikko; his adoring sister, Thalia Athanasion of Mississippi; a brother, John Durrant of Biddeford; 3 stepchildren: William Frank of Hollis, Melissa Frank Lovejoy of Hollis and Kenneth Frank of Portland.
Charlie worked at many jobs throughout his lifetime and finally retired on disability in 2005 from the Portland Jetport and a ground transportation supervisor. He enjoyed his pastime as a "culinary genius" cooking everything from soup to nuts. His specialty was greek food, chili and his famous meatloaf.
There will be no funeral and other details have not been determined. Online condolences may be submitted at: www.mainefuneral.com
In liue of flowers, donations may be made to: Northern Light Home Care and Hospice, 50 Foden Road, South Portland, ME. 04106. The family expressed thanks for their excellent support and comfort of Charlie in his final weeks of life. Cards of condolence may be sent to: Carol Smith-Athanasion, 275 South St., Unit 7, Gorham, ME. 04038