Mary Langdon (Browne) Charbonneau, 79, born March 26, 1934 in New York, New York, died on December 14, 2013 in Damariscotta.

Mary was well known by her friends and family for her exquisite dinner parties, and skillfully knit sweaters and hats. She enjoyed painting watercolors and participating in Transcendental Meditation.

As a youth, Mary lived in New Canaan, Connecticut, and attended New Canaan Country School. She later studied at Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, New York. She summered at the Hendrick’s Head Lighthouse on Southport Island, until 1991.

Mary leaves behind her husband, Gilbert Charbonneau of Damariscotta; her sister-in-law, Frances Ann Browne of Boothbay; and three nephews, Clifford Browne of Ridgefield, Connecticut, Thomas Browne of New Milford, Connecticut, and Jeffrey Browne of Boothbay. Mary also leaves behind many wonderful friends and caregivers, in her local community and at Cove’s Edge, who gave her tremendous love and support.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The exact details, day and time will be announced as soon as arrangements are finalized.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lincoln County Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 7, Edgecomb, ME 04556.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543. Condolences, and messages for the family, may be expressed by visiting: www.StrongHancock.com.