Gardiner- Michael R. Hamlin, 65, died peacefully on September 21, 2025 at his home following an extended illness. Michael was born in Gardiner, Maine on December 1, 1959 the son of the late Robert B. and Nancy (McLaughlin) Hamlin. He attended local schools. Michael worked as the owner and operator of his own Redemption Center until illness forced him to get done. At the families request all services will be private. Arrangements and guidance are in the care of Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner, ME.