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Rufus Maxwell Obituary
Rufus Maxwell, 71, of Allentown, died Jan. 15, 2011 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Twp. He was the husband of Mayme Vernell (Swift) Maxwell, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Born in Dukedon, TN, he was a son of the late Aurbrey and Ruby (Rogers) Maxwell. He was an operating engineer with Robert Schilling, Jr. Inc, Lehigh Concrete Co., and Lehigh Concrete Placement Co. for 40 years until retiring. He was a member of Faith Baptist, Allentown. Survivors: Wife; daughters, Cassaundra, wife of Dirk Yarbough, Velvet, wife of Laine Hardcastle; brother, Buddy Maxwell and his wife, Carolann; sister, Dorothy Kaye McBride; two grandchildren, Jasmyne and Damon Yarbough; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by brothers, Sonny, Aurbry Jr. and James Maxwell; sister, Hilda Louise Maxwell; step-brothers, Harvey Lee and Clarence E. Raymond. Services: 1 p.m. Saturday in the Main Room at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 17th & Hamilton Streets, Allentown. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions: may be made to American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017, or the American Diabetes Association, 65 E. Elizabeth Ave, Suite 502, Bethlehem, PA 18018.
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Tami McBride
January 25, 2011
I will truly miss "uncle Jr.". He was such a funny guy~joking and letting off gas. I hope you are at peace. You will never be forgotten. I Love You "My Uncle Jr." R.I.P.
Your Niece (your sister's daughter)
Tami McBride
Memphis, TN
January 21, 2011
January 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Maxwell Family. I will definitely miss playing cards ("Texas Hold Um") with Junior - we could play for hours and the great fishing trips - competing to see who would catch the most fish.
"Rest in Peace" my buddy.
Roger Russell
January 20, 2011
We would like to express our sincerest condolences to the Maxwell family . We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Rufus Maxwell . I have known Rufus for many years his family was his life . He was a proud man and a good friend he was very active in his church . I am sorry for my loss of words , if you were lucky enough to have known Rufus you would understand my meaning . He was full of life , we would go fishing together many times he was always happy and a great guy to be around Rufus will be missed , I will never forget him " Rest in peace Rufus "
John Mitchell & family
Undisclosed
January 20, 2011
Pop-Pop I misss you!! You were everything to me ! RIP
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January 20, 2011
January 20, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Maxwell Family. It was a pleasure working with Rufus on our Construction sites.Our company grew a great relationship with Rufus as well as the company he worked for.He was a great man, and will be sadly missed.
Our deepest Sympathy.
D'Andrea Bros.Concrete Co.
January 20, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays go out too you and your family.My God bless you all
Sincerely
Yvonne Smith & Family
michael kupetz
January 19, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. I worked with rufus 13 years at lehigh concrete pumping service.
It was indeed a honor to have known him.
January 19, 2011
We're very sad for the loss of Jr. We will miss him dearly. He was full of fun and life. We will definetly keep his memories alive. Rest in Peace!
Sandy, Kris, Shalonda and Resha
Taisha Day
January 19, 2011
I feel lucky to have made so many wonderful memories with Uncle Jr. while he was here. I know my uncle is in a better place now and I can't help but picture him passing gas in heaven and my Betty grammy popping him for it."Saying JR MAXWELL CONTAIN YOURSELF"... Unlce Jr was always so funny. I love you very much you will be sorely missed. ~The Original Chi Chi~
Wendy & Dave
January 19, 2011
Laine,Velvet,
Our deepest condolences are with you and your family. May all the wonderful memories bring you comfort.
Tracy Maxwell
January 19, 2011
UNCLE "JR"
My heart still beats
But it skipped one for you
My soul aches with pain
I'm left feeling blue
I knew this day would happen
But its still a bit much
I am truly sadden
That will nvver feel your touch
I will never hear you say again
I Love You
In a way that was so sincere
Even though you were so far away
It felt like you were right here
You always made me laugh
With your corny jokes
I would be rolling on the floor
Almost about to choke
I salute you Uncle "JR"
You have a place in my heart
Until our reunion
My love for you will never part
You are gone but never forgotten
To my UNCLE "JR", You will be greatly missed. R.I.P....I will hold you near and dear to my heart. Thanks for all the joy and laughter that we shared. I LOVE YOU.
Your niece,
Tracy Maxwell
Memphis, TN
Ruby Maxwell
January 18, 2011
You are terriblly missed Uncle Jr. I know you are in a better place where you have more pain and suffering. You are so loved within the family. Uncle Jr, you will be missed terribly. To my cousins and my aunt, gather the strength of the Lord and he shall carry you through. I love you guys.
January 18, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jean Raymond-Hoffman
January 18, 2011
I was blessed to share Uncle Jr’s last days with him at LVHN. Being an employee there, I would spend my lunch time or after work hours with him. We laughed and joked, and remembered good times. I watched, from Day 1- Day 3, as he slowly slipped away from us. My Uncle paved the way for all our family members to call Allentown PA home. Now, my dearest uncle rest along side of some fishing pond in paradise. Rest Unc from all pain and suffering. Love Always Jean Raymond-Hoffman
Melvin&Carolyn Allen
January 18, 2011
To sister Maxwell and family, we are so sorry for your loss,you are in our prayers.
Debra Kosh
January 18, 2011
To Laineie,velvet and your family, my deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Regenia Mitchell
January 18, 2011
Velvet, Sunday and Ms. Verne, My heart is heavy with the passing of Mr. Rufus. How can you put a lifetime of memories into just a few words? I will miss him dearly, especially his teasing and ready smile whenever we were all together. I know you needed him, but God needed him more. Take whatever comfort you can from knowing that heaven just got another angel and we will all be better in knowing that we have him on our side. RIP Mr. Rufus, we will miss you.
Ron Hummer
January 18, 2011
My Sympathy to the family. A coworker and friend while working for Robert Schilling Jr. Lots of good memories. God Bless you Rufus.
sharika maxwell
January 18, 2011
I will miss my uncle dearly he always kept a smlie on everybodies face not matter what..I love u uncle jr. May you rest in paradise
Kristi Eckert
January 18, 2011
To Velvet, your family and friends, my deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
January 18, 2011
Cassie and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Cory Prohaska and Mary Frederick
LVHN colleagues
Ashley Donchez
January 18, 2011
Mamma Maxwell, Cassie, Andy, Jas, Damon and family- My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find peace and strength while grieving and know you are surrounded by loved ones for support who care for you deeply!
Kaye McBride
January 18, 2011
Missing you Big Brother and Loving you.
You will NEVER be forgotten, but taking comfort in knowing you are no longer suffering or hurting and you are with our Father and your other love ones.
John Williams
January 18, 2011
I'm very sad to here that Rufus passed. He and I spent many hours out on the concrete pumps.I have so many stories and wonderful memories of the time we spent together. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he was a very good person and I'm proud to have been a part of his life. Rest in Peace my friend.
DR. Richard Gemmel
January 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Rufus Maxwell
My sincere condolences to all. Ecclesiastes reads this. There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens:
a time to be born and a time to die,
a time to plant and a time to uproot,
a time to kill and a time to heal,
a time to tear down and a time to build,
a time to weep and a time to laugh,
a time to mourn and a time to dance,
a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,
a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,
a time to search and a time to give up,
a time to keep and a time to throw away,
a time to tear and a time to mend,
a time to be silent and a time to speak,
a time to love and a time to hate,
a time for war and a time for peace.
Rufus Maxwell, whom I had the pleasure of being his hospital room mate,
is now at peace, resting in God's hand. Let this be your conciliation.
Dr. Richard W. Gemmel
2903 Old Post Road
Slatington, PA 18080
610-799-2929
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