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Donna Maxwell Obituary
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Donna Owen Maxwell, 68, of Madison passed away peacefully in her home on October 24, 2016, after a brief battle with brain cancer.
Donna was born in Greenwood, MS, on April 12, 1948 to Jean Rogers and James Russell Owen. She graduated from Drew High School and Delta State University.
Donna married W. Maret Maxwell MD in 1969, and devoted her life to making a Christian home for their three children: Mac, Brad, and Jennifer. Donna enjoyed traveling, playing bridge with her many friends, and attending her grandchildren's' activities. Her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren, and spending time with them was a high priority. Donna was a member of Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church. She also started, along with a friend, a women's Bible Study, which she often taught. Donna is survived by her husband, Dr. Maret Maxwell; her children, Dr. Mac Maxwell (Christy), Brad Maxwell (Kim), and Jennifer White (Everett); seven grandchildren; and her brothers, Roger Owen and Bamy Owen (Jackie). She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Jim and Jean Owen.
The family is grateful to Dr. Ruth Fredericks, Dr. Al Johnson, their staffs, and all the wonderful caregivers at St. Dominics, Methodist Rehab, and Sitters, LLC.
In lieu of flowers the family requests gifts be made to Blair E. Batson Hospital for Children or Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church.
Visitation will be at Parkway Funeral Home in Ridgeland on Thursday, October 27th from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Pear Orchard Presbyterian in Ridgeland on Friday, October 28th at 11 a.m.
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Ken Browning
November 10, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the Maxwell's and Owen's. I miss you all. What a phenomenal woman. What a great life. What a great family. What a great example to follow. I will cherish all of my memories. God bless you.
Robin Richerson
October 29, 2016
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
October 29, 2016
Robin Richerson
Orange Beach, AL
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Georganne Fore
October 27, 2016
Maret, Bamy, Roger, and Donna's children and grandchildren, I am so very sorry for your loss. Even though we haven't been in touch, I have prayed for your family throughout this ordeal. May God offer you the peace and comfort that you need at this time. We all are grieving over the loss of Donna.
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Brian Browning
October 27, 2016
Many condolences to all the Maxwells and Owens. Praying for you.
Ms. Irene
October 27, 2016
To Donna's Family,
We send our condolences. Please be comforted by God's promise that one day no one will say I am Sick again. Death will be gone forever. (Isaiah 33: 24)
October 27, 2016
Deep condolences for your loss. May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be no more.
October 27, 2016
May you find comfort from God
Tommy Klauder
October 26, 2016
Dr. maxwell I'm so very sorry for your loss. I am deeply saddened for you and your family. We had worked together for many years and you are a very dear friend. I will pray for you and your children for God to help you get through these trying times. I'm sure the memories you have of her are beautiful and she will always be by your side. Your friend Tommy
The Staff of Parkway Funeral Home
October 26, 2016
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