Passages
- February 14th 2025
- Passages/Obituaries
Compiled by Rev. Susan Murphy
Brian Michael Griffin, 61, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 2, 2025. He was born on May 27, 1963, in Sanford, the son of Jack and Geraldine (Carignan) Griffin. Brian grew up in Springvale and attended local schools and was a graduate of Sanford High School, class of 1982.
As a young boy, Brian was a gifted baseball player. He played as a little leaguer for the Sanford Tribune, making headlines with his homerun hit, giving his team the championship title for the season. Brian worked for most of his life, even when he was a kid, picking blueberries or apples at the local apple orchard and shoveling snow to earn money for Christmas presents. He also painted houses and built bleachers across the country, but one of his favorite jobs was at Centervale Farm Antiques in Scarborough, where he was an expert at restoring antique furniture. Brian loved reading, listening to music, hunting, fishing and spending time with his nieces when they were young. Brian will be remembered fondly for the many peoples’ lives he touched. Brian was predeceased by his father, Jack L. Griffin. He leaves behind his mother, Geraldine Griffin; brother, Jack Thomas Griffin; his two nieces, Katie and Sarah Sterling; and many cousins and friends. There will be no services at his request.
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April L. Hilton, 70, of Lebanon, passed away peacefully at her home on February 1, 2025. She was born in Sanford on March 31, 1954, one of twelve children, born to Louis and Edna (Thompson) Colby. Her family moved to Waterboro when she was a small child, where she grew up and attended local schools, graduating from Noble High School. April was a hardworking and dedicated woman, holding several jobs throughout her life. She spent many years employed at Thompson Center Arms, where she worked diligently until her retirement. In her free time, she found joy in crocheting, often creating beautiful pieces that she lovingly gifted to family and friends. A quiet and kind-hearted woman, April enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. She cherished her time spent at home with her loved ones and found great joy in going for rides with her niece. Above all else, she was a loving and devoted mother who always put her family first. April is survived by her son, Norman (Ann) Hilton, of Lebanon; her grandson, Calib Hilton, of Lebanon; her brother, Edward Colby, of Lebanon; her sister, Katherine Ruel, of North Berwick; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 15, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home. A graveside service will take place in the spring at Forest Grove Cemetery in Lebanon, with a date to be announced. https://blackfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/April-Hilton.
Brian Todd Martin, 50, of Sanford, passed away February 4, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1974, in Sanford to Timothy and Cindy Martin. Brian graduated from Sanford High School in 1993. He worked at Hussey Seating Company for 27 years as a Drafting Engineering Technician. He married Adora Monsalud on December 22, 2016, in Springvale. Brian was a quiet, funny, laidback homebody. He enjoyed sports of all kinds and was an avid Patriots fan. He liked spending time playing video and board games with family and friends and will also be remembered for his love of burgers. Brian is survived by his wife of 9 years, Adora Martin of Sanford; his parents; grandmother, Shirley Robinson; sister, Amy (Ken) Jordan; brother, Cory (Paula) Martin; his children, Caitlyn Martin of Limerick, Drake Martin of Biddeford, Eliza (Andrew) Hayes of Limerick, and Fallon Martin of Sanford; three grandchildren; and a large extended family. Visiting hours will be held from 12:00 – 2:00 pm, with a prayer service and sharing of memories at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Bibber Memorial at Autumn Green, 47 Oak St., Alfred.
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