Compiled by Rev. Susan Murphy
Hilda Theresa Brine, 96, of Sanford, passed away at Summer Commons on Sept. 17, 2025, with her loving family by her side.
Hilda was born at her parents’ home on July 19, 1929. She was a proud graduate of Sanford High School, class of 1948. She began working first at Woolworth’s and then at McClellan’s, before becoming a bookkeeper for the Goodall Mill, where she used her skills in shorthand and business writing to excel. She retired from Sprague Electric.
At the Goodall Mill she met the love of her life, Emile Brine. Their love was evident in the numerous cards Emile sent to Hilda, all of which said, “To my gorgeous hunk of Heaven, All my love.”
Hilda enjoyed simple pleasures in life, including Sunday drives to the mountains with her family and weekend beach excursions. Like a true Mainer, she enjoyed eating lobster every week. She loved spending time with her family and friends and never wanted to miss a gathering. Her family often turned to her for help with spelling questions, as she was quick to correct them.
Hilda was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Emile Brine; her daughter, Gail Brine Bourque; and her sister, Laurette Fortin. She is survived by her children, Michael (Karen) Brine; Tom (Connie) Brine; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, and nieces Debbie Allaire, Sue Turner, and Patti Pelletier.
A memorial mass will be held at 9 am on Thursday, Oct. 2, at St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish-Holy Family Church in Sanford. Burial will follow at 1 pm at Maine Veterans Cemetery in Augusta.
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Douglas Howard Frantz passed away peacefully on Sept. 17, 2025, in Springvale with his loving family by his side. Born in New Jersey on Feb. 13, 1955, Doug graduated from West Patterson High School before proudly serving in the United States Army from 1974 to 1977.
A hardworking and generous man, Doug spent his career as a diesel mechanic, bus driver, and tree farmer. Whether with a truck full of tools or simply a willing heart, he was always ready to lend a hand to those in need. He found joy in outdoor work — especially fixing cars and chopping wood — and took great pride in getting things done with his own hands.
Doug was a longtime Massachusetts resident until moving to Maine and was a devoted Red Sox and Bruins fan. He loved dogs, history, country music and classic television shows, and never missed an opportunity to crack a good dad joke. Above all, Doug was a dedicated family man – a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
He is survived by his children Aaron Frantz, Brandon Gagnon, and Kristin Szetela (Damian) Esposito; and grandchildren Ariana and Robert Esposito. He is also survived by his sisters Carol (Ronald) Klisiewicz and Christine Leccese; sister-in-law Roxanne Sachs; brother-in-law Scott Szetela; sister-in-law Francine Stavella, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Doug was predeceased by his beloved wife of 20 years, Gail Frantz (née Szetela); his brothers Bob Stavella and Jimmy McNelis; and his mother, Anna McNelis.
In accordance with Doug’s wishes, there will be a private gathering to celebrate his life will be held with family and friends.
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