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Vanessa Maxwell Obituary

Maxwell Vanessa Mae Maxwell, age 15, died suddenly on Saturday, September 19, 2015. Student at Groveport Madison High School where she was a member of the marching band. She was preceded in death by a sister Karella, grandfather Larry Bartley, grandmother Rose Maxwell, cousin Christopher Bartley. Survived by parents, Angela and Jesse Maxwell; sisters, Stephanie (Ralph) Negrete and Rachael Maxwell; nephews, Christain and Angelo; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. There will be visitation on Monday, September 28 from 11 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 4701 Winchester Pike. Pastor Tony Liuzzo will officiate. Interment will follow in Obetz Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, there will be t-shirts sold for donations at the visitation and service. Share with the family at www.orwoodyard.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25, 2015.

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GCHSMB Parent

September 29, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends ---- a moment of silence was given during the football game last week at Grove City High School and the way the bands joined together in her rememberance shows great sportsmanship --- thoughts and prayers!!!

Emmy Bryan

September 28, 2015

I don't know your loved one but she was in band with my granddaughter. She was a beautiful girl from her picture. Tragic loss. Very sorry.

September 27, 2015

the Wycuff family send our sympathies to you. She will be missed in the GMHS Marching Band

Runa Melick

September 27, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Amy W

September 26, 2015

We will keep your light burning around GMHS. Your friends miss you- there are so many notes (even on the bathroom walls) and talk of how wonderful you were-wish you knew that. Rest in peace beautiful girl! Praying for your family and friends as they go through this most difficult time.

Jamie Hodge

September 26, 2015

My prayers are with you at your time of loss. Be strong.

September 25, 2015

Sincere condolences to the family,
May the warm memories of your young loved one bring you comfort and may God be your strength and anchor during this time of sorrow. Remember 21:4.

Sheila and Caleb Allard

September 25, 2015

Bless this family and let them know there is a reason for everything in life and death. Only God knows why. This is such a serious illness. Thoughts and prayers!

Cherie Duty/fernandez

September 25, 2015

May God rest her in his arms. And allow her to see from up above the love that is shared in her honor, rest in peace Vanessa .Maria will always have you in her heart. From my family to Vanessa .

September 25, 2015

My prayers are with the Maxwell family, so sorry for your loss.

Lisa Dodson, Groveport

Jeff Woolison

September 25, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days following.

Yormerys Martinez

September 25, 2015

Sending condolences to the Maxwell family throughout this time of hardship. Vanessa was an amazing young lady, and will always be in my heart.

Anna DeVault

September 25, 2015

Although the loss is never easy, we can find strength in knowing that Vanessa is happy and safe now. Hold tight to the wonderful memories and love felt from Vanessa. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. Fly high!

carrie McCoy clapsaddle

September 25, 2015

I'm praying for the familymembers may the Lord
comfort you amen

September 25, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the Maxwell family. Vanessa will always be in our hearts here at Groveport.

Mary Conners

September 25, 2015

I will miss Vanessa! She will never know how much she was loved here on earth. Now she can feel the love of Christ. My prayers are with her family. May they also feel the love of Christ and be comforted during this difficult time.

Wendy Harder

September 25, 2015

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Amy Poling

September 25, 2015

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember to treasure the memories that you have with Vanessa and she will live on in our hearts.

Caitlynn Fraley

September 25, 2015

Rest in piece beautiful girl!

September 25, 2015

Prayers for the family. RIP beautiful girl. The halls at the HS are filled with purple.

haley manahan

September 25, 2015

We had fun times elementary middleschool and highschool. I just cant believe you left so soon. We will see you soon and hope you watch over us. Fly High Nessa. Just Know your story has been told and will be with us forever <3

Aric Thomas

September 24, 2015

My deepest condolences are with the Maxwell family. May you find comfort in the memories shared with one another. Rest easy, Vanessa.

Judy Johnson

September 24, 2015

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Miller Family

September 24, 2015

God looked down upon us and smiled and picked a rose from the wild. Prayers and strength to your family small angel.

Haley Manahan

September 24, 2015

Vanessa I was here since elementary - middle school - highschool and after on.
You're forever with me and I miss you so much. I can't believe you are gone after a short amount of time but we have a lot to catch up on and I'll see you soon. You're always on my mind and I love you so much. Your story will go on Nessa. Your "Twinkie" needs you. Your family needs and and we hope you are here in spirit. FLY HIGH BABYGIRL

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