1940 – 2022 WHITEFIELD – Charles Thomas Sweet, 82, of Whitefield, died on Monday November 7th, 2022. He was born in New London, CT., on July 31, 1940, the son of Charles and Myrtle (Clark) Sweet. He graduated from New London High School in 1958. Tom married Patricia Jarvin in 1963. They lived in Connecticut, Florida and Mississippi before settling in Maine. He retired from Bath Iron Works. Tom & Pat were fortunate to be able to retire in their early 50's and enjoyed a trip out west for three months. They spent their winters in Florida. He volunteered for many years at Maine General in Augusta. Tom was a talented artist. He loved wood carving and carved several totem poles. A few years ago, he fulfilled a lifelong dream by having his work displayed at Sheepscot General Store for a weeklong showing. He always wondered if he was a good artist. The great turnout and responses were a resounding YES! Tom was predeceased by his parents and his wife, Patricia. He is survived by his brother, Allan Sweet; his son Curtis Sweet and wife Chinnessa; his son Cameron Sweet; his daughter Laura Atwood and husband Mark; ten grandchildren, Ashley Sweet, Britney Sweet, Acadia Sweet, Cayman Sweet, Asia Sweet, Charlotte Sweet, Amanda Sullivan, Gregory Holly, Matthew Atwood and Stephen Atwood; as well as four great grandchildren. He is also survived by his very special companion Shirley Harmon, as well as her daughters Melody Burnham and Melissa Douglas. There will be a family and friends gathering this summer to celebrate Tom's life. Memorial donations may be made to: Somerset Animal Shelter, 123 Middle Rd, Skowhegan, ME 04976 Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website, www.staplesfuneralhome.com