Bertha J. Dugre-Demers
February 16, 1939 ~ May 20, 2024
Resided in:
Sanford, Maine
Bertha Dugre-Demers, 85, of Sanford, ME, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 20, 2024 in her home with her beloved family at her side.
Bertha was born on February 16th, 1939, in Sanford Maine, the daughter of Ernest and Margaret (Huard) Boulet of Sanford. She grew up in Sanford and attended local schools, graduating from St. Ignatius High School in 1957 and met her first husband Richard “Duke” Dugre.
In July of 1959, Bertha married Duke and spent 54 memorable years together. Together they built their roots in Sanford and she stayed home to raise their three children. Not long after her children went to school, she began her career at Raymond Beaudoin Dental in town as the receptionist. For 20 years she greeted all her patients with a warm and welcoming smile. Upon her retirement, Bertha enjoyed traveling and spent many winters in Myrtle Beach, SC. She liked creating new friendships, playing card games, relaxing in the sun, shopping, and exploring the area.
In the summer of 2016, one of Bertha’s dear friends arranged a small coffee date for her in hopes of bringing her joy back after Duke's passing. There she met her new love, Wayne Demers. They were happily married in the coming year and adored each other's company.
In her later years, Bertha adored her family gatherings, visits from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The light in her eyes would shine bright when they were around, they brought her true joy.
She will always be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her family and dear friends will greatly miss her.
Bertha was preceded in death by both her parents, her brother Richard Boulet, her sister Lorraine Porter, her daughter Susan Masse, and her beloved first husband Richard “Duke” Dugre.
Surviving are her husband, Wayne Demers of Sanford; two children Stephen Dugre and girlfriend Tracy Lupo of Ashburn, VA, and Michelle Sherman and her husband Richard of Springvale; her son-in-law, Michael Masse and his wife, Rebecca of Katy, Texas; six grandchildren, Caitlin, Nicholas, Kendra, Andrew, Sarah and Kristen. She also had eight great-grandchildren; Eleanor, Evelyn, Guinevere, Maeve, Callum, Sophia, Josie, and one due this coming August.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday, June 7th at the Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home, located at 580 Main Street in Springvale. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 8th at St. Therese of Lisieux Parish, Holy Family Church, located on North Avenue in Sanford. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery located on Twombley Road in Sanford.
Those planning an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers are asked to consider sending a memorial contribution in Bertha’s memory to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America by visiting www.alzfdn.org or by clicking the link below.
Arrangements are under the direction of Black Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Sanford-Springvale.
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Bertha was a very special lady. We shared some very fun times over the years. 25 years ago she came to Maryland with the gang to see Dennis and I get married!
Our condolences to her entire family.
Dennis and Barbara (Demers) Striker
My thoughts and prayers to the family! Bertha was an amazing lady inside and out! I will miss her and my Aunt Rita Legere this year at the Mainer’s game!! I always love to hear them talk about the old days!! Until we meet again my friend and love you always
Rip Bertha till we all meet again! 🙏
I’m so sorry to hear that your mom has passed ! My deepest condolences to you Michelle and family ! God Bless 🙏
I met Bertha when I visited my Dentist
Lisa, and I want to express our thoughts and prayers to the family. Bertha was one of a kind and she will be greatly missed.
Berths babysat me when her family lived in high st. She was a very special lady. Loved people. My deepest condolences to her family. You will always have a special place in my heart.
Bertha was a very caring and thoughtful person.
Bertha’s sister, Lorraine, was a best friend of mine in high school.
Dear Family-We have known Bertha for many years. She was a wonderful, thoughtful person. She will be missed.
My condolences to you Michelle and your families . Rest in peace sweet lady .
She had a certain way to vaccum!!!!. The friendship
Sweeties was truly a so wonderful Woman.
Family.
Whenever we saw her.
Share with your husband,he is your best friend.
By being a caring person.
She loved to laugh.
SeeCute
Kind people always make the world a better place!!!!.
The friendship she had with her Duke.
I miss you ,Sweetpea.
Being Susan’s Mom
Kind,caring, a beautiful soul.
Thanks for being my Aunt and my Friend.
My Aunt.
She certainly lit up a room…
Bertha family, I was saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a fun & loving person to be around. She will be missed. My sincere condolences to you all. With Love, Rachel ( Collette ) Burbank