Maxine George Hattem

2/4/07
I did not hear of Maxine's death until recently, as I spent the summer in Muskegon. I was shocked and sorry. Maxine once did a show for a nursing home I worked at (and would not take any money) Not that there would ever be enough money to pay her for all her kindness to people. She made us all feel like we were gifted singers, and surely will never be forgotten. I feel privileged to have known her from those Hattem restaurant days to Mother's to Mountain Jack's and all those...

What a wonderful human being and example to everyone who came into contact with her. I have been privileged to be able to call her Aunt Maxine. Even though our contacts with her and all of your were far and few between, Linda and I will both miss and remember her love, humor, gentleness, humility, and did I forget to mention TALENT?!

Dearest sympathies to my cousins, whom I couldn't visit after Auntie's passing because of issues with both Linda's and my Mom's health. Please know...

Maxine was a great woman and a superb musician. She was a real trooper during the illness of her husband and of herself.

She was a good neighbor. Our son Kirk walked to her home to take lessons for the organ and piano.

She deservedly was recently awarded Honorary Membership in the Grand Rapids Lions Club --- the only other such honored member is President Gerald R. Ford.

The noon meetings of the Grand Rapids Lions Club were enriched by her piano playing. She...

To the Hattem Family,
I am saddend to hear of your loss.
My mother (Gloria Hutchinson) has told me about Maxine on a couple of occasions. Back in the 50's, mom worked downtown and would walk home from work. On her way, she'd stop for a break at Hattem's Restaurant. She said Maxines piano playing was a delight to listen to. Mom even told me that my father (Martin) occasionally played cards with Moses.
Sounds like the world will be missing a great individual and musical...

My wife Lois and I will truly miss Maxine. I have never met a lady like her. She was always in a cheerful mood. Who could forget her smile and her "glitzy" tops that she wore. Our sincere sympathy goes out to Maxine's family.

It was at Mother's on Plainfield(1980) that I first met Maxine. I had never sung before a group before but because of her encouragement I made an attempt. After that it was hard to get me to sit down. She inspired me so much.

She could transpose a...

Clara and I extend our deepest sympathy to you all. Maxine has
accompanied me for many solos, both
at Lions Club and elsewhere. It
will never be the same without her.
Only wish I could sing for her now.
Love,

To Donna and the entire Hattem & George Families,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of our sweet dear Maxine, I have known her for many years and she will greatly be missed.

Please know that you are in My Thoughts & Prayers.

My Deepest Sympathies to you all...

May Her Memory Be Eternal!!

With All My Love,
Chuckie Shahadey
Ft. Lauderdale FL
St. Philip Orthodox Church
[email protected]

Sincere sympathy to the entire Hattem family. We have lost a special lady and a very talented musician. She was a great organ teacher. We enjoyed the nights at Mountain Jack & Holiday.

Donna, Duane, Deeb & Dennis, Please know you have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. She was such a wonderful person and I enjoyed our conversations each and every time I spoke with her. Our conversations always led back to the days of my childhood with Donna, Liz Freeman and Betsy Boersma. Fond memories. May god bless you and keep you in your time of need. Do not hesitate to call on me if you need anything.