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Dale Springer Obituary
He was born May 28, 1937, in St. Albans, Maine, the son of Delmont and Jennie (Seekins) Springer. Dale graduated from Maine Central Institute in Pittsfield, Maine, in 1956. He served in the Army from 1956 until 1958. Mr. Springer was a salvage master, working for Donjon Marine in Hillside for the last 39 years.
He was a member of the Meridian Lodge No. 125 A.F. & A.M. of Pittsfield. He was also a Shriner and a member of the Scottish Rite.
Dale is survived by his wife, the former Dawn Ruffino; daughter Gail Keith and her husband, Doug; sons Steven J. and his wife, Catherine, and Douglas W. and his wife, Kristel; grandchildren Patrick Breslin, Jessica Keith, Hayward Breslin, Kristin, Kelly, Katrina, Steven Jr., Kathleen, Colby Keith, Elena, Kiera and Kaela; sisters Hazel Littlefield and her husband, Ed, Beatrice Littlefield and her husband, Elmer, and Rita Gordon and her husband, Daryl; brothers Don Springer and his wife, Joanne, and Dean Springer and his wife, Rosemary; sisters-in-law Helen Springer and Margo Carmine; and several nieces and nephews.
Dale was predeceased by brothers Laurence, George, Raymond, and James Springer.
A private memorial service will take place for friends and family. Please send donations to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
There will be memorial services in the spring in Saint Albans as well as a masonic service at Maloon Cemetery in St. Albans.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Brown Funeral Home and Cremation Service Center, Newport, Maine. To sign an online guest book and leave written tributes please visit www.PhilipBrownFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dale Springer
Nancy Needham
March 2, 2009
Dear Dawn, Gail, Steve, & Doug,
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Dale. He will be missed by this big family of ours. Remember all the fun times we have had when we were together. We last saw him in September and I'm glad he spent time with my Dad. It has been a rough year for all of us. We will see you in the Spring at the Memorial.
Sending our love,
Nancy and Craig Needham
Judyth Stevens Herrick
February 28, 2009
Gail, Steve, Doug & families, Was so saddened to hear of Dales passing. Have only known him for the past 12 years or so, but will miss him! He was such a help when my late husband Emery was near death. He visited often and he and Emery laughed over old times at MCI----where they were room-mates. Last saw him at Hanks baseball game in Ellsworth last June. At that time, he was very positive about his illness and said he was doing well. My deepest sympathy to all-----he will be missed. Sincerely, Judy Herrick
Carolyn Belanger
February 28, 2009
Dear Mrs. Springer,
Our deepest sympathy to you and all the Springer family. We are good friends with Dean and Rosemary and you are all in our prayers.
Carolyn and Buzz Belanger
Wes Linscott
February 28, 2009
Rest in peace, my fellow veteran.
Debbie Sillings
February 26, 2009
Please except my deepest sympathy- Know that my thoughts are with you now and always- I have strong shoulders if you need to lean on them
Pat Kantor
February 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Dale was a warm and wonderful human being. It's hard to believe that I will never see him walking up the stairs to visit John. I will miss him and always keep him in my heart.
Kathy McDonald
February 25, 2009
Dawn and Family....We are so very sorry for your loss. We know how very difficult this last year has been for your whole family. As deep as your sorrow is, please be comforted in knowing that Dale is no longer in pain and is with God. Please don't heistate to call upon us for anything you need. We love you very much. Kathy and Sean McDonald
Hazel & Edwin Littlefield
February 25, 2009
Dawn, We wish to extend our most sincere condolences to you and the family during this differcult bereavement. Our thoughts and prayers are still with you.
Michelle Osterberg
February 24, 2009
Dear Dawn and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband. We will miss him.
Dawn if you need anything please call. Our deepest sympathy
Michelle and Larry Osterberg
Carol Stratos
February 24, 2009
Dear Dawn, Gail, Steve, and Doug
I want to send you my sincere sympathys for your loss. I will always remember him as the laughing, kind man that he was and how much fun he was to be around. This year has been tough on all of us. Hope to see you all this spring...Carol
Philip and Ethelyn Bowman
February 24, 2009
Dawn and family=====Sending our prayers and thoughts ----remembering all the good times that we had with the family---
Philip Bowman
February 24, 2009
Dawn and family=====Sending our prayers and thoughts ----remembering all the good times that we had with the family---
Gina Ruggiero McDonnell
February 24, 2009
Gail, Steven, Douglas,
I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. I have such fond memories of your family. I miss you all-
Helen Springer
February 24, 2009
Dawn & Family,
Please except my deepest sympathy. I am so sadden. I know what your going through. I have so many fond memories. He will be missed by many.
His favorite "sister-in-law"!
Judy & Gene McKinney
February 24, 2009
Dawn, it has been less than a year since we met you and Dale, but at the first "Hello" both of you settled into our hearts - it feels that we have always known you. The times we were privileged to spend with you are very dear to us. Being with you and Dale was ALWAYS a highlight in our lives. Dale was a special, special person and we are so thankful to have known him. His love for you was so evident and refreshing. You are loved and in our prayers, for only God can give comfort during such a painful time.
Paul Busch
February 24, 2009
He will be greatly missed by his family, loved ones and those priviledged to be called a friend.
Audrey LaPenta
February 24, 2009
Dawn
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Our hearts feel your pain.
Dale was such a good person.
We are away and will be unable to attend the memorial service.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Audrey and Frank LaPenta
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