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Marilyn Stavros Obituary
KENNEBUNKPORT - The Honorable Marilyn E. Stavros, 76, a resident of Kennebunkport and active retired judge with the Maine District Court, died suddenly on Thursday, July 16, 2015, at Southern Maine Health Care in Biddeford. Marilyn was born on May 6, 1939, in Manchester, N.H., the daughter of Archie and Marion (Smith) Hoffman, attending schools in New Hampshire. She was a graduate of Simmons College in 1961 with her BS in Biology. Upon graduation, she taught at Simmons and later in her life graduated from the University of Maine School of Law with a JD in 1980.
Marilyn was admitted to the bar in 1980 and began her career, opening her firm with two partners in Kennebunkport, specializing in family law, which was her passion. Later, Marilyn joined the Attorney General's office as an Assistant Attorney General. She went on to become a family magistrate, serving several years before she was appointed to the bench in 2005 by Governor Baldacci, retiring in 2009. She continued to serve as an active retired judge, sitting on the bench when needed. In 2014, she was honored by several judges for her service, and was recognized as being the first female judge to have her portrait displayed inside a Maine courtroom. Her appointment was set to run until 2016.
Marilyn was a member of the South Congregational Church in Kennebunkport, Maine Bar Association, Southern Poverty Law Center. She served her community as registrar of voters, volunteered at Consolidated School in Kennebunkport and helped start the soccer program with Kennebunkport Recreation department.
Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Dino Stavros of Kennebunkport; three sons, Peter Stavros and his wife Jamie of Tacoma, Wash., Michael Stavros of Freeport, and Jonathan Stavros and his wife Amy of Davison, Mich.; five grandchildren, Niko, Dino, Margaret, Charlie and Cy; a brother, David Hoffman of Mesa, Ariz., and a sister, Janet Hopkins of Manchester, N.H.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at South Congregational Church, 1 North St., Kennebunkport, with Reverend Charles Whiston officiating. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk.
Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the
American Lung Association
122 State Street
Augusta, Maine 04330
or to
Safe Haven
PO Box 91
Wells, Maine 04090
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Judith Henkewick
August 15, 2015
Dino, Peter, Mike and Jon
I share the loss of my dear college friend, Marilyn, who helped me through my darkest days. She will not be forgotten!
The Bibber Family
August 1, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
July 25, 2015
I will miss my good friend, a friend since high school. We had a lot of fun and I am glad we re-connected as adults so many years ago. She was a wonderful person. Vicki Maiben
July 24, 2015
Marilyn was a caring soul whose heart was full of love. All who knew her were honored by her presence. Her loss is a loss to those who will never have the chance. She will be missed. Our deepest condolences to her family.....Bohdan and Teresa Hamulak
Nancy Guilbault
July 24, 2015
Dino, Robert and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Marilyn was one of the most beautiful woman I've known. She filled the world with joy, love and understanding. Her professional accomplishments were a passion of love and served the people well. Her greatest love and satisfaction was her family, a remarkable wife, mother and grandmother. I will miss her.
Nancy Guilbault
July 23, 2015
Dino, Marilyn was so special. Many of us from Concord admired her and applauded her achievements. My condolences to you and your family. Denise Groman
July 22, 2015
Dear Dr. Stavros,
So very sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was such an amazing woman. Everything she did was done with a great deal of love, intelligence, and total success. My heartfelt condolences to you and your sons.
Tamara Harmon
July 22, 2015
Dear Dr. Stavros,
So sorry to read of the passing of your sweet Marilyn. She was a truly remarkable woman. You will be in my daily thoughts and prayers to help guide you thru this sorrow.
Debbie Colby (many thanks for helping this hygienist get a start)
On our way to Chebeague Island!
Lois Magenau
July 21, 2015
Dear Marilyn - thank you for all you did in your very successful & full life. So proud of you. Thanks too for all the fun you gave to us. Love to you and to your dear Dino.
Ruthie and Wink Houghton
July 21, 2015
So sad at reading this! What a great woman, a super friend. We know how you must feel, Dino!
Brenda Buchanan
July 21, 2015
I was saddened to learn of Marilyn's death. She was a compassionate woman with a wonderful sense of humor. My condolences to her family and friends.
ted Borduas
July 21, 2015
Dino,
I will remember your wife in my daily prayers,
Ted Borduas
July 21, 2015
Dino, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family on this sad occasion..
Lyman Spiller(former patient)
The Villages, FL
July 21, 2015
So sorry for the loss of such a wonderful judge and person. - Prof. Jennifer Wriggins
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