Christine M. Hartford
September 20, 1964 – March 31, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Christine M. Hartford, who gained her angel wings on March 31, 2026, at the age of 61.
Born on September 20, 1964, Christine was the daughter of the late Stanley and Jeanette Hartford. She was a woman who lived with her heart wide open. She found simple, lasting joy in playing Bingo, Cribbage, and Poker, but her greatest love was caring for her family and friends. She loved them fiercely, and she was the glue that held everyone together—a true matriarch whose presence made every gathering feel like home.
Christine was predeceased by her life partner, Richard Chamness; her son, Joseph Hartford; her parents, Stanley and Jeanette Hartford; her brother, Smiley; and her uncle, Bruce Hartford.
She is survived by her children, who were her greatest pride:
Son Michael Hartford of Farmington
Son Kyle Kenney and his wife Chelsea of Jay
Daughter Mindy Sprague and her husband Kenneth of Wilton
Daughter Sarah Veilleux and her fiancé Nicholas Dyke of Peru
She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, whom she loved beyond measure:
Sadie Veilleux and Login Veilleux of Peru, Keagen Sprague of Belfast, Jackson Sprague of Wilton, and Morgin Hartford of Leeds.
Additional survivors include her brothers, Jerry Hartford of Jay and Ronald Hartford and his wife Cindy of Leeds; her cousin Tina "Sissy" and husband Gary of Turner; her aunt Cheryl Rose of Jay; and many loving nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends who were blessed by her warm and generous spirit.
The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the staff at Maine Medical Center for the compassionate care given throughout her diagnosis and treatment of AML, to MaineHealth Farmington—especially Dr. Beatty—for his kindness and support, and to the caring team at Auburn Hospice House who surrounded her with dignity and comfort in her final days.
We find solace in the words of Scripture:
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." (Revelation 21:4)
A celebration of Christine's life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that acts of kindness in her memory—perhaps a game of cards with someone you love—be offered instead.
She will be forever missed, but never forgotten. Her love continues to hold us together, just as it always did.
