James Vincent Maxwell

James Vincent Maxwell obituary, Wheeling, WV

James Vincent Maxwell

James Maxwell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kepner Funeral Home - Elm Grove on Aug. 23, 2025.

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James Vincent Maxwell, 75, of Wheeling, WV passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Moundsville Healthcare Center.

He was born May 25, 1950 in Wheeling, WV to the late Calvin Sr & Ida Mae (Bassell) Maxwell.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Donna Garrison Maxwell; his brother, Charles Maxwell; and brother-in-law, Clarence Farmer.

James is survived by his children, Kimberly (Joe) Stevey, James (Nicole) Maxwell, and Travis (Alyssa) Maxwell; his grandchildren, Breana (Travis) Davis, J.C. Maxwell, Logan Stevey, Chase Maxwell, Grey Maxwell; his great-grandchild, Ellie Davis; his brother, Calvin Jr (Shirley) Maxwell; his sister, Charlotte Farmer; and sister-in-law, Diane Maxwell.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 from 2-4pm & 6-8pm, at Kepner Funeral Home, 166 Kruger St. Wheeling (304-242-2311). Service will be on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11am, with Pastor Debra Dague officiating. Entombment to follow at Park View Memorial Gardens.

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