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Maxine Brown
UTICA - Maxine Brown, of Utica, NY, formerly of Auburn, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Utica, NY. She was the daughter of the late Isaac and Mary (Tidwell) McKinney.
Maxine was formerly employed by General Electric, Auburn Memorial Hospital and the former Mercy Hospital. Maxine loved to cook for and be among her family and spending time with all the grandchildren.
She is survived by, seven children: Duane Elliott and wife Chandra of Camden, AR, Wilbert Elliott and wife Deirdre of Utica, NY, Michael Elliott of Utica, NY, Dennis Elliott and wife Beatrice of Newark, NY, Althea Kithcart and husband David of Utica, NY, Byron Elliott, Auburn, NY, Lawrence Elliott and wife Janice of Latham, NY; brother Ernest McKinney of Seattle, WA; sister Caroline Carter of Peoria, IL; five step children: Shirley Jean Coleman, Sharon LaPorte, Marion Brooks, Lionel Walker and Calvin Walker; 20 grandchildren; a host of great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Maxine was predeceased by her husband James Brown, sisters Ellen and Mervilee, brothers Carl, Roland and Harold, step sons James and Herman Brown. A special thank you to granddaughter Nakima Elliott.
The family would also like to thank the nurses and doctors of 3A, 4C and the Radiology Department of St. Elizabeth's Medical Center. A very special thank you to Dr. Vigneswaran Kandiah for his excellent and personal care provided over the years.
A graveside service will be at 11 AM, Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Fort Hill Cemetery, Auburn. Condolences may be made at www.brewfuneralhome.com.
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William and Linda Barr
May 31, 2021
So sorry for your loss to all the family. May God give you the comfort and strength during this difficult time. She will be sadly missed.
Lisa Jenkins
May 31, 2021
May God Comfort During This Difficult Time and May He Give Yall The Strength To Stay Steady Strong
Dr. Kandiah
May 30, 2021
It has been a great privilege to provide care for an amazing and kind hearted person like Maxine for many years. She will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Tammy DeLoach Brown
May 30, 2021
Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the family, may God continue to give you strength and comfort. Be encouraged...
The Brown Family, Houston Texas
Mary and Robert Wells
May 30, 2021
Althea. Our sincere prayers and condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Mary and Bob
Cisely Grace
May 30, 2021
Grandma you were a inspiration to me. I'm going to miss you dearly. Thank you for adding me to your family as your grand daughter. Take your rest and watch over us. Love you!!
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