BRUNSWICK — Melissa Christine Matthews, age 37, died Saturday February 2, 2013 at her home.

She was born March 16, 1975 in Machias, Maine a daughter of Elliot C. and Jetta B. Carter Matthews. She graduated from Brunswick High School, class of 1993.

Melissa was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She had a heart of gold, saw the best in everyone and did whatever she could to lend a helping hand. She worked for Independence Association, Brunswick attending to special needs adults for several years. Family and her three boys were her world and she loved them all dearly. She spent most of her time with her children, enjoying them outdoors whether at the beach or park. Her love for her boys will be shared with them in the many pictures that she took of them.

She is survived by her parents,

Elliot and Jetta Matthews of Brunswick; three sons, Devin, Wyatt, and John of Brunswick; two brothers, Darren Matthews and his wife Vanessa of Belgrade, Dennis Matthews and his wife Sara of Lisbon; a sister, Susan Wing of Brunswick; her “adopted” brother Steven Temple of Brunswick; her partner, John Duval of Brunswick; nieces, Kayla Wing, Libby Matthews and nephews, Ross Matthews, Nathan Wing, Dennis Matthews, Kolby Matthews.

Melissa left us way too soon, but will forever remain in our hearts.

Friends and family can visit 5-7 pm Friday February 8, 2013 at the Brackett Funeral Home, 29 Federal Street, Brunswick. A memorial service will follow at the funeral home 1 pm Saturday. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brackettfuneralhome.com.