Maxine Thompson Obituary

Visitation:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
First United Methodist Church
Willard, Ohio
Service:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
11:30 a.m.
First United Methodist Church
Willard, Ohio
Maxine B. (Smith) Thompson was born October 2, 1927, in Findlay, OH to the late Reverend Christopher Cortland Smith and Sadie Corrine (Johnson) Smith. Maxine moved to Willard, OH as a teenager after the death of her father. She was a graduate of Willard High School, Class of 1945.
On January 6th, 1947, Maxine married Amos D. Thompson, they were married 65 years before his passing. Seven children were born to that union: Sheila J. Thompson (deceased), Cheryl L. Thompson-Taylor (Donal-deceased), Aaliyah J. Karim (deceased), Denise L. VanLeer (David), Adrian D. Thompson (Tracy), Valerie S. Saunders (Darin-deceased) and Christopher A. Thompson (Tricia).
She was preceded in death by her parents Reverend Christopher C. & Sadie C. Smith, her husband, Amos D. Thompson, children, Sheila J. Thompson and Aaliyah J. Karmin, great-grandson, Tristan G. Thompson, and great-great granddaughter, Ahni E. Bass; siblings, J.C. Smith, Lazarus H. Smith, Lee W. Smith, Willis C. Smith, Christopher C. Smith, Jr., Harold W. Smith, John W. Smith, Edna L. Hargrove, Sadie M. Hayes and Mary L. Davis.
Maxine, a devoted wife, mother, cherished member of her community and unwavering servant of Christ, found joy in cooking for and hosting her loved ones on special occasions, church events and family gatherings. Over three decades, she dedicated herself to Fitzwater Catering alongside her close friend, Irene Fitzwater. Maxine's nurturing spirit extended beyond her immediate family as she played a significant role in the upbringing of several nieces and nephews.
She is survived by five children, sisters, Ida R. Smith, Martha L. Smith & Lillian E. Gregory, 22 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Calling hours will be on Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Willard, Ohio. Maxine's funeral service will begin at 11:30 a.m. on July 19, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church in Willard, Ohio. Burial will follow Greenwood Cemetery in Willard, Ohio. Online condolences can be left to Maxine's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
"TO THE WORLD YOU ARE OUR MOTHER, BUT TO OUR FAMILY, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OUR SHERO!"
With Love & Gratitude
The Thompson Seven & Family