Maxine Alger Obituary
Maxine was born on April 3, 1943 in Gilman, Wisconsin to parents, James and Gladys (Hurley) Westaby. She grew up in Stanley, Wisconsin and lived on a dairy farm. She married William Alger on June 18, 1960. Maxine was a dedicated employee and took great care of her family. She enjoyed several hobbies, all outdoor activities and taking care of her whole family. Maxine will be remembered for the love of her family.
She is survived by her children, Char (Joel) Anderson, Billie Jo (Kevin) Benolken, Debra (Michael) LaBore, Bruce Alger and Tricia (Cordell) Schroeder; grandchildren, Keith (Catherine) Benolken, Jeff (Molli) Anderson, William (Becky) Anderson, Greg Benolken, Colton Schroeder and Chloe Schroeder, great grandchildren; Catlin, Faith, Keith Jr., Leland, Landon, Madilyn and Maxwell; great great grandchild, Liv; siblings, Richard Westaby, Charles Westaby, Donald Westaby and Bernadean Shiltz as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband William Alger, parents; James and Gladys Westaby, siblings; Betty Morrisey, Dale Westaby, Joanne Rogowski, William Westaby, Gerald Westaby and Douglas Westaby.
Private family services will be held with interment to take place at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis next to her husband, William.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
6580 Main Street, North Branch, MN 55056
Make a Donation
in Maxine Alger's name
People and places connected with Maxine
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Maxine's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Maxine Alger's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
