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GERTRUDE G. MAXWELL "They wait at Rainbows Bridge for this great lady" Gertrude G. Maxwell, noted Community Leader, Animal Rights Advocate, and Founder of Save A Pet, Florida, Inc., died peacefully on Tuesday, January 18, 2011, just three months shy of her 100th birthday. She has joined the many animals for which she cared so deeply. Mrs. Maxwell was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Mark T. Maxwell who died on May 21, 2002. Mrs. Maxwell is survived by her husband, Solomon Hurwitz of Palm Beach, FL; a daughter, Nancy Maxwell Bell and son-in-law, Larry of Houston, TX; and two grandsons, Aaron and Ian Bell. A Funeral Service will be held at 4:00 PM on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 1201 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Friends will also be invited to gather in fellowship immediately following the Service. Memorial contributions may be made to Save A Pet, Florida, Inc., P.O. Box 2444, Palm Beach, FL 33480 or www.SaveAPet.com Quattlebaum Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated (561) 832-5171 To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for Gertrude Maxwell
Jeannette Christos
January 30, 2011
A very special lady that saved so many
and gave her life to rescue so many animals. She will be missed by all.
Sarah Michaelides
January 27, 2011
Gertrude Maxwell you were a wonderful inspiration to all of us that truly love all animals.Even though we never met we talked so many times on the phone rescuing and placing lost animals that would otherwise end up abandoned and homeless.I am so glad to have worked with you and your spirit and love of animals will live with me always.We have to be advocates for those who can not speak.As a young girl growing up with a mother and grandmother who cared deeply for all animals and helped pass legislation in behalf of all animals,I hope that I can make a difference like Gertrude and both of them did. May you RIP and all my thoughts and prayers go out to your husband and family. Save A Pet will continue long into the future with Gods help and lovers of all animals.
January 24, 2011
Thank you Gertrude for always asking for my help; She' d say 'You know how to get the word out young lady....Ok what can you do for this little guy?" holding her newest pet rescue. She was always at the picnic table at Channel 12 waiting to tell her story. We all loved her. Terry Lee Kaly, Director of National Events and Membership, American Humane Association
Beckey Girard
January 24, 2011
What a great loss for all of us and especially the animals that depended on her advocacy.....Her passing saddens me and I hope we can all step up to the plate to help continue her work...
Heather Beehler
January 24, 2011
Gigi,
Hey there woman! I told you I was not having twins!!! I'm sorry you never got to meet my little Cassidy! You would have loved her! She is amazing! I'll miss you! I'll never forget the 1st time I met you, you ordered brandy and milk.. and I thought you were nuts!! HAHA Rest In Paradise!!!! <3 <3 <3 <3
Wendi Robin
January 24, 2011
Thank you for all you have done to help this world be a better place :-) God Bless You
Barbara Crane
January 23, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs.Gertrude Maxwell. She was quite a delight to be around .Her love and compassion for animals ,The great work that she has done I hope will continue. She was truly a remarkable lady and will be dearly missed by all .My condolences to the Maxwell family .
Haydee McGrath
January 23, 2011
Gigi was a unique lady, whom I'd known for 28 years. A wonderful soul full of compassion and kindness. Will never been forgotten. Love her!. My deepest condolences to Mr. Hurwitz, Nancy and the Maxwell family.Haydee McGrath, Palm Beach, Florida
C Cane
January 23, 2011
What a remarkable testament she was to the belief that all creatures great and small should be revered as ‘angels’ on earth, charged with passing along the message of the love of our Father in Heaven.....May she eternally rest in peace in the company of all the multitude of little 'angels' whose lives she somehow touched.
Vicky Vanet
January 21, 2011
I never met Mrs. Maxwell but knew of her and her strong support of Animal rights. As an animal lover I idolized Mrs. Mawell. I was in hopes of meeting her one day and telling her face to face how much of an inspiration she was. She was an extraordinary woman and I am positive her legacy will live on and she will be remembered. RIP Mrs. Maxwell!!!
Kiki Hamann Save a Pet Fashion Show at the Colony
Kiki Hamann
January 21, 2011
... Summer 2009 and again in the Summer of 2010 I had the privilege of being honored by the presence of lovely Gertrude Maxwell in two of my events in her beautiful Palm Beach. What a lady, what a cause.
The world shall miss you Gertrude, and to honor your life just right I am coming up with a dress inspired by you "ETERNAL" By Kiki Hamann coming soon!
RIP!
Mrs Maxwell, you will be missed by all the pets in palm beach county
mark & dion zisk
January 21, 2011
Mark Zisk
January 21, 2011
A great loss for all the animal lovers of palm beach county. One of the original animal rights crusaders. R I P Mrs Maxwell.
Dion and Mark Zisk
Katherine Johnson
January 21, 2011
Although I did not know her personally, I always thought warmly of Gertrude Maxwell and her support of the animals. A great lady in my book, and she will be sorely missed. Rest in peace, Gertrude. You will long be remembered.
"Save a Pet" Fashion Show 12-2009
Julia Moffitt
January 21, 2011
A Pleasure and Honor to have meet such a fabulous WOMAN with an ENORMOUS passion for what she believed in. “A voice for the voiceless animals who cannot speak for themselves,”... Words of a Passionate PIONEER WOMAN! RIP Mrs. Maxwell.. You Forever will be MISSED and REMEMERED for EVER! XXXOOO <3
Bradford Paige
January 21, 2011
Dearest, kindest Gertrude, may you forever take care of our beloved animals in Heaven...Your legacy of love is legendary, May God Bless you always!
Bradford Paige/Colombostile
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
January 21, 2011
REST IN PEACE
Bernadette Laudermilt
January 20, 2011
A wonderful person, whom I never got to meet, Her purpose in life was to protect those who cant speak for themselves! Protecting the innocent, she'll forever be remembered & missed dearly!
YOU WILL BE MISSED...LETS ALL HELP THE ANIMALS AS SHE DID!
Debbie Young
January 20, 2011
Rest in Peace...I adore your Passion for animals...as I too would do anything for them :) Please take care of my Siberian Husky "Destiny Girl" who passed on 11/30 @ 12 yrs old. & Our Chihuahua "Gunner" Give them both a huge Hug & Kiss for me plz & tell them I miss them dearly! :(
Debbie Fur-Founder of (Precious Rescue of Palm Beach) Jupiter, Fl.
Amy Cohan
January 20, 2011
Mrs. Maxwell may have been a tiny little lady but everything about her was ENORMOUS! I am proud to having had the pleasure of meeting her...Rest In Peace Mrs. Maxwell. You will be sadly missed but gloriously remembered.
Christopher Cowart
January 20, 2011
Gigi was an amazing person whose efforts helped thousands of animals over her lifetime. Her example is one we should all aspire to. God Bless and Rest In Peace.
Mrs. Maxwell holding Snuggles at Palm Beach Doggie Fashion Show - charity event benefiting Save-A-Pet
Brygida T.
January 20, 2011
We must all do what we can to secure the well-being of all animals who, with ourselves, inhabit the earth and so fulfil the creative joy and purpose of Almighty God.
"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Protect the rights of all who are helpless." -Proverbs 31:8
Mrs. Gertrude Maxwell did it so beautifully. Let her legacy keep on giving the helpless the voice they deserve.
Job well done! Rest in Peace Mrs. Maxwell. We will miss you dearly.
Brygida T.
January 20, 2011
We must all do what we can to secure the well-being of all animals who, with ourselves, inhabit the earth and so fulfil the creative joy and purpose of Almighty God.
"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Protect the rights of all who are helpless." -Proverbs 31:8
Mrs. Gertrude Maxwell did that so beautifully. Let her legacy be an inspiration to all animal lovers to continue giving the helpless a voice.
Rest in Peace Ms. Maxwell. You will be dearly missed!
aaron and susan arnove
January 20, 2011
Gertude maxwell was a wonderful woman and a humanitarian, she was a very special woman and a guardian angel to the animals that could not fend for themselves. It was a honor and pleasure to know her...my condolences to her husband and daughter
Tony V
January 20, 2011
Mrs. Maxwell was a kind and compassionate woman not only to the animals but also to all who knew her
I was one of her drivers and was always treated with respect and kindness
On behalf of my wife and I, I would like to extend my conolences to Mr. Hurwitz and the Maxwell familly
May she rest in peace
Adele Diamond
January 20, 2011
When we started Save-A-Pet as a founding member in Highland Park, Illinois, I knew Gertrude was a very special person on a mission to create one of the first non kill shelters in the United States. We can give thanks to this unique individual for starting a trend that the whole country has adopted. There was only one Gertrude and she will be deeply missed!
Valarie-Lynn Stafford
January 20, 2011
What a wonderful woman we have lost from earth, but God has received an Angel. This was such a kind and selfless wonderful person and her work here on earth will never be forgotten. The animals will miss her also. She was one of a kind. God Bless.
Laura
January 19, 2011
Love her! Only met Mrs. Maxwell once when I had the fortune to sit next to her at Taboo. She was so kind and gentle that day. I will never forget the impact she made on my life in those few moments. God bless her. Please let us know if there is a public funeral so we may pay our respects to this beautiful soul who loved the animals so.
kimberly tuley
January 19, 2011
i can only hope someone will be able to do the loving and caring work to save the dogs and cats like she did god bless and she will be missed
Vicki
January 19, 2011
So many lives saved. Her legacy will live on. Thank you Ms. Maxwell for having the courage to stand up for those without a voice. You inspire many, including me. Long live your kindred spirit. May the glory of God and the creatures you fought so hard for comfort you and your family.
Susan Aronson
January 19, 2011
Gigi was my dear friend. Her whole life was dedicated to saving the animals and she never said no to helping any animal in need. I'm so happy that I was able to visit with her last year. I will miss her terribly and know that she is now resting in peace.
kathy mckinley
January 19, 2011
mrs Maxwell you will be missed your work for the homeless animals and your fight for no kill shelters and adoptions that was the only way you wanted.All those animals you brought a better life for now they will surround you in heaven.We animals lovers you left behind will continue to fight for what you believed.Save a pet will continue in the plight of the animals.Rest in peace with all our animals.
Sharon Moore
January 19, 2011
God has taken the true angle of our animals,she will be missed while she works in heaven with our lord. RIP sweet Angle and my prayers and my family prayers are sent to the family she was like my grandmother.
January 19, 2011
They wait at rainbows bridge for you! RIP and thanks
Wendy Newmyer
January 19, 2011
She was a warm and generous person. I hope she is surrounded by lots of loving animals in heaven.
Carol Cambisi
January 19, 2011
Gertrude Maxwell was there for me when my wonderful dog Whiteny was so very ill. She helped me pay the huge Vet bill I had. Without her help I don't know what I would have done. I am so sad to hear of her passing. She will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace may God Bless You and keep you.
Chris Farrell
January 19, 2011
Mrs. Maxwell was remarkable and thoughtful and determined to be the voice of all the homeless animals. She fought for "animal rights". She wanted no-kill shelters and adoption to become the only alternatives.
There are thousands of pets bringing joy and fun and to thousands of families and homes now... where there was none before... Thank You Gertrude Maxwell. I will miss you. Your Friend.
Tara LoCastro
January 19, 2011
Gertrude Maxwell was the voice for so many homeless animals in Palm Beach County. I was a member of and a contributor to the Save-A-Pet foundation for many years, and she was always passionate and dedicated to saving homeless animals from death in high-kill shelters. The animals lost an angel today, but she is in heaven with all of those gentle animals she saved. The stars will shine brighter in heaven with her presence.
Eve Engel
January 19, 2011
Gertude Maxwell was an inspiration to all animal lovers, I am sad to hear of her passing. She will never be forgotten. I first met with Gertrude way back in 1981, when my dog found 4 tiny kittens in Dreer Park Zoo. This was way before Paws2Help was even thought of, I was just an unknown person that Gertrude reached out to and yet saved the lives of 4 tiny kittens. A lady of quality and charm with a huge heart for all animals.
She achieved the "impossible", which has and I hope still will inspire others who know that all lives are precious. god bless Gertude, and may her work continue long into the future. Eve, founder of Paws2Help.
Shirley Schaff
January 19, 2011
Ms. Maxwell had amazing charisma and a soul matched for giving. May God celebrate her 100th Birthday with her and our spirits. The world will undoubtedly be much heavier without her.
January 19, 2011
All though I've haven't met you, we share a love for animals... Rest in Peace - Yvette (WPB)
Liz McClellan
January 19, 2011
May God bless her and keep her. She was an amazing woman, and she will truly be missed. Her dedication to animals is inspiring... and I hope she's surrounded by lots of loving pets up where she is now. Rest in Peace. We'll miss you.
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