Cumberland Charles Warren "Charlie" Garber, 72, of Cumberland, passed away Monday, June 3, 2019, at the Western Maryland Health System Regional Medical Center.Born in South River, NJ, Charlie was the son of the late Cleland and Elizabeth Garber. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Hardy.Charlie was a graduate of R.J. Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem, NC. Following high school, he learned the Drafting trade, and became a construction engineering draftsman, working for the Bechtel Corporation.Charlie was a sailor who sailed around the world. He also served on the USS Comfort Hospital Ship that was based in Baltimore, MD. After his retirement from Bechtel, Charlie had a sail boat built and continued his passion for sailing. Charlie later opened an antiques shop on the downtown Cumberland Mall where he continued his passion for antique and art collecting. He was a member of the Democrat Club in Cumberland.Charlie will be remembered for his contagious smile, witty sense of humor, and knowledge of world travel and history.Charlie is survived by his children, Amber L. Patton and fianc, Jason Burkett, and Chad Z. Garber; grandchildren, Bryce Patton, Demi Haller, Leah Garber, and Ian Garber; great-granddaughter, Zaeleigh Haller; sister, Leslie Garber; brothers, Scott Garber, and Paul Garber; niece, Tracy Krein and husband Scott; very special friend, Rachel Harr; niece, Tracy Krein and husband Scott; as well as countless friends. Charlie is also survived by his cat, Pearl.Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, on Friday, June 7, 2019, from 4 to 5 P.M. A celebration of Charlie's life will be conducted at the funeral home immediately following visitation at 5 P.M.The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Charlie's memory may do so by making contributions to the Allegany County Animal Shelter, 716 Furnace Street, Cumberland, MD 21502.Condolences for the family may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com