MONMOUTH-Lydia Hoffman (born Muller), 93, of the town of Monmouth passed away in Augusta on September 1, 2023. Lydia lived a life of stories, courage, humor, integrity, faith, and love of family and friends. She was kind, self-assured, decisive. She loved traveling in her RV with her family and made the journey to Alaska several times when she was already in her 70's. She always inquired about others, loved her community and neighbors, had her door wide open. Her Kitty was her joy, all cats were welcome. She also enjoyed baking, sharing a meal, gardening, and driving near and far to forage for mushrooms. She embraced her German/Russian heritage wholeheartedly. She made an exceptional Vinaigrette. Her love of coffee at 4:00 a.m. never diminished. She is predeceased by her husband Michael Hoffman and lifelong partner Robert Brackett. Lydia is survived by a niece and nephew and grand-nephew and family. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, wife, and friend. A funeral service will be held Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the East Pittston United Methodist Church, 1083 E Pittston Rd, Pittston, Maine. Burial will follow at the Whitefield Cemetery. Donations may be made in Lydia's memory to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website. www.staplesfuneralhome.com