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MAXINE ADLER Age 70 of Boca Raton, FL and Los Gatos, CA, passed away July 30, 2009. Survived by her sister, Ina Friedman and the late Oliver Bonnerwith. A committed supporter of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC, with the Wings of Memory Society. Devoted to the Trap, Neuter and Release Program in Boca Raton, FL. A worldwide traveler and marathon participant. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to United States Holocaust, Memorial Museum, 100 Raoul- Wallenberg Place SW, Washington, DC 20238-0001 or to Kat TNR, 17600 Wagon Wheel Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33496. Services today Monday, August 3, 2009 at 12:00 noon at Gutterman-Warheit Memorial Chapel, 7240 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33487, 1-800-992-9262. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for Maxine Adler
Sara Klompus
July 31, 2010
Maxine, not a day goes by without my thinking about you. It was so unfair to have your "life" snuffed out as it was, but your "life" lives on in all the people you touched. And I am lucky to be one of those people -- I will remember you always. Miss you and our wonderful dinners together - your picture is in my home as a reminder of you - a beautiful person both inside and out. Caring - about all creatures, large and small. You are an inspiration to us all. Love you girl, Sara
Zakiah Bonnerwith
June 21, 2010
I am a Bonnerwith, Maybe you may have heard of me but i never knew Maxine, my name is Zakiah Lynn Bonnerwith, I hope to learn more about my family history someday.
Alice Abrams
October 15, 2009
Max--
What can I say? I miss your morning calls, your smile, your zest for life, your positive outlook, your enthusiasm, your advice, your stories, YOU!! I was so blessed to have you in our lives for as long as we did. You became a wonderful "surrogate grandma" and I'm going to miss sharing all the wonderful moments and holidays with you.
I know you're there watching over all of us--you did bring us (your friends) together. You're my angel!!
Love you girlfriend,
Alice
Big Sur Marathon 1995
August 27, 2009
Marianne Guiliani
August 25, 2009
Each morning Maxine would call from her daily walk usually to just chat or laugh about some silly adventure we had. We seemed to get the biggest giggles over things others may think strange, however that is how Maxine was a friend you could be yourself. We travelled together to many places and had definitely walked the days away. We shared a special friendship as most each of us have with her. We are many different persons sharing many different sides of Maxine. The one common bond we had is we shared the love of a friendship very dear to our hearts with a very special Lady. I will miss her and remember her always as she has been my friend for many years. It is difficult to realize she is no longer here on earth, but I know she is among us and will always be a part of our lives.
A short while after I received the call that Maxine had passed away I heard a BELL ring and I knew an ANGEL had received her wings.
Patricia Schwab
August 25, 2009
Love you girlfriend! You will be so incredibly missed. You insisted on being my friend almost 10 years ago when I was going through a rough time in my life. And, we became such wonderful buddies. We enjoyed our travels to New Zealand, London, Mont Saint Michel, Vancouver, Napa, Boca, Miami Beach...and just going to the movies, a goofy play, or sharing an entree at some new restaurant with a great bottle of wine. We loved our Porsches, our cats, our disagreements over the latest political mess, and the array of jokes passed along by our friends. You loved life, adventure, your beloved cats, and friends, friends, friends. I am so honored to have experienced your shining light.
Carol Snyder
August 24, 2009
Maxine was my one of my best friends meeting her in the Bahamas as we both were on sailboats about 24 yrs. ago and we instantly became great friends. We shared many wonderful dinners together with great wine and celebrating our June birthdays together for years, yes this past June being our last one together.
A beautiful person in every way. Oh, how I miss my dear friend.
and "Don't forget to have a terrific day", she often would say.
Bob & Michele Beckwith
August 20, 2009
Our dear friend has departed but there are many, many fond memories that will always remind us of her. For one, we are the proud "parents" of Maxine's two cats, "Simba" and "Shadow" which we picked up in Florida and brought to California. We were in Florida the next day after we heard the news but still refused to believe Maxine was really gone even after we arrived. Her Memorial Service and luncheon was attended by many good friends and relatives.
We are sure Maxine is remodeling her new accommodations and we can't wait to see the black, gray and white decor she has put together.
We will miss you dear friend.
Debbie, Randy, Mandy and Randi Gillespie
August 13, 2009
We pray to be healed by laughter and by memories.
The world is filled with blessings to be thankful for,our blessing was having you in our lives. Your beautiful smile, infectious laugh and your heart of gold. We love you Maxine and you will forever and always be in our hearts.
Till we meet again sweet lady
August 12, 2009
Maxine was a kind person with boundless energy and a good friend. We will miss her. Chuck and Ilona Lindauer
August 11, 2009
Maxine was a joy to be with, and delightful to see. She weathered many hardships with style and grace, and never forgot her beloved cats. Her generousity was best reflected in funding research to benefit her favorite species.
Maxine you will never be forgotten.
Eve Lloyd Thompson,
Wellington, FL
Joan Rizzi
August 11, 2009
She was a dear friend
JR
K Y Lim
August 11, 2009
Dear Maxine,
You've run the race, now rest in the heavenly peace that you deserve.
Mary C
August 8, 2009
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Family, We feel your pain and pray for you we know Heaven is brighter with Maxine's smile she will Run in Heaven now and watch over us all. God Bless each and everyone who knew and loved her I know she will be missed.
SAM & ANNETTE KAZARIAN
August 7, 2009
IN THE CALIFORNIA SUN
WE'D OFTEN SEE A LADY RUN.
HER BELOVED CATS WOULD WAIT FOR HER
SHE'D RACE TO PET THEM, HEAR THEM PURR.
WE KNOW HEAVEN HAS A TREE LINED PATH
FOR THAT LADY WITH THE KNOWING LAUGH.
SHE’S GONE TOO SOON BUT WE FEEL FOR SURE
THAT WINDING TRAIL IS NOW FOR HER
WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE THOSE MEMORIES
OF THAT WOMAN RUNNING IN THE BREEZE
WE LOVE AND MISS YOU MAXINE
SAM & ANNETTE KAZARIAN
August 7, 2009
IN THE CALIFORNIA SUN
WE WOULD SEE A LADY RUN
HER BELOVED CATS WOULD WAIT FOR HER SHE'D RACE TO PET THEM HEAR THEM PURR
HER FRIENDLY WAVE AND KNOWING LAUGH
WE'RE SURE HEAVEN HAS A TREE LINED PATH
AND MAXINE WILL BE RUNNING THERE
KNOWING HER CATS WILL HAVE GREAT CARE
YOUR GONE TOO SOON FOR US THAT'S TRUE
BUT HEAVENS TRAIL WAS CALLING YOU
WE'LL ALWAYS HAVE THOSE MEMORIES
OF THAT LADY RUNNING IN THE BREEZE.
WE LOVE YOU MAXINE
SAM & ANNETTE KAZARIAN
SAM KAZARIAN
August 7, 2009
IN THE CALIFORNIA SUN
WE WOULD SEE A LADY RUN
HER BELOVED CATS WOULD WAIT FOR HER SHE'D RACE TO PET THEM HEAR THEM PURR
HER FRIENDLY WAVE AND KNOWING LAUGH
WE'RE SURE HEAVEN HAS A TREE LINED PATH
AND MAXINE WILL BE RUNNING THERE
KNOWING HER CATS WILL HAVE GREAT CARE
YOUR GONE TOO SOON FOR US THAT'S TRUE
BUT HEAVENS TRAIL WAS CALLING YOU
WE'LL ALWAYS HAVE THOSE MEMORIES
OF THAT LADY RUNNING IN THE BREEZE.
WE LOVE YOU MAXINE
SAM & ANNETTE KAZARIAN
Dolores Marciel
August 7, 2009
I knew Maxine for over 20 years, she was always cheerful, fun and full of life. I think of her as a classy lady who loved all animals, especially her beloved cats. She was kind to everyone she met, enjoyed a great bottle of wine and lived life well; I miss you Max. With Love, Dolores
Bob and Ruth Haynie
August 6, 2009
Maxine shared her love of animals, running and travel with us for many years. We, and the world, will miss her spirit and enthusiasm.
R.A. Raymond
August 6, 2009
Maxine was such a nice person. It's really hard to believe she is gone when just recently she stopped by to chat, which she often did. Maxine loved her animals caring for the strays and homeless. She loved her walks, too. Often she could be spotted walking the neighborhood to stay in shape or just to check things out. Our most recent conversation centered on what a good place she was at in her life. She said " she was the happiest she'd been in a long time." I'm saddened by her unexpected departure but honored to have known her and called her friend.
gretchen hartsook
August 5, 2009
Maxine will surely be missed, her love of animals, the workout routine and the constant banter back and forth while running the trails of Rancho San Antonio. her spirit will
reside within all of us who new her well.
Gary Latshaw
August 5, 2009
I have known Maxine about seven years as a jogger/walker. When I first think if Maxine, I think of "spunky." When problems confronted Maxine, it was a matter of how to overcome them. She would become annoyed, angry, but never overcome.
She loved cats of course. I don't think I can look at a cat without thinking of her.
She had a great sense of humor and was one of the most open people I have ever known.
You will be missed.
Gary
August 5, 2009
Maxine was a wonderful friend of ours here at the CCAH, School of Veterinary Medicine, UCDavis. Her generosity through the years, enabled us to advance our knowledge of how to better prevent, diagnose and treat cancer in beloved cats.
Maxine, as I look at the lists before me of the many studies you helped to progress, I cannot help but express heartfelt thanks on behalf of many faculty, residents, students and staff for what you have helped them accomplish. You will be sorely missed by many (in spirit and deeds).
Sincerely,
Sharon Anglin, Management Officer
Center for Companion Animal Health (CCAH)
School of Veterinary Medicine
Univ. of California, Davis
Kelly Nimtz
August 5, 2009
August 5, 2009
Maxine was a devoted cat lover. It was her concern for the health and welfare of all cats that first brought her to the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1996.
As the school's Assistant Dean for Development, I had the opportunity to visit Maxine at her homes in Los Gatos and Boca Rotan. Her cats were always with her, as was her love for her friends and travel with them.
I came to admire Maxine's quick whit and spark. We shared an appreciation for good wine and sports cars. She also loved challenges, which she usually overcame in short order.
It was an honor to be one of Maxine's links with the School of Veterinary Medicine. I feel fortunate to have known her.
Sincerely,
Kelly Nimtz,
University of California-Davis
Randy Rhody
August 5, 2009
I know Maxine as a stalwart and reliable trail companion from our hikes together up Black Mountain, Fremont Peak, and Half Dome. None of those are for sissies!
I had a good laugh seeing her described as an elderly woman, and a few tears over our loss.
Lee & Sandy Egherman
August 5, 2009
My wife and I met Maxine about a year ago when we moved into the home right next to hers in Los Gatos. She became an immediate friend because of our mutual love of animals and particuarly cats. She and I would take a walk every Saturday morning down to Lucky's and have a banana and cup of coffee.
I was looking forward to her return and seeing her again even though we stayed in touch by telephone.
Although we went out for dinner on a few occasions and had a martini or two together, we feel a real loss in that we didn't get to know her better. But in the short time we did know her she became very dear to our hearts. We'll miss her a lot.
Niels Pedersen
August 5, 2009
Maxine was a personal friend of the Center for Companion Animal Health at UC Davis and I had the privilege of personally knowing her for many years. She loved life to the fullest and we both shared a love of cats. Her fun-loving, and outgoing personality will be greatly missed. This was indeed a terrible tragedy for all of her friends and colleagues.
The School of Veterinary Medicine and the Center for Companion Animal Health will sorely miss her.
Harry Cook
August 5, 2009
Maxine - I see your vibrant, sparkling, perky eyes and your zesty love of life. I was blessed to be one of your many friends within and outside of our running club. It was always a joy to run along side you or hike with you wherever that was. You spoke your mind and one always knew where you stood on any topic -- you had immense integrity. I will always remember you when I go to the San Antonio park to exercise.
Take care my friend. Big hugs to you.
Mary & Robert Miller
August 4, 2009
Like everyone else, we were shocked and stunned to hear about the loss of Maxine. We will miss her friendship a great deal, and wil cherish the many memories of training and running marathons, and our many travels together.
She was a special person and will always hold a place in our hearts.
Diana Hodges
August 4, 2009
Although I didn't know Maxine well, I, too walked with her at Rancho San Antonio. She talked about her beloved cats. Maxine had a great sense of humor & was a very generous person. She will be missed
Shelley & George Black
August 4, 2009
We often talk about Maxine when looking back at special running memories and good times with our running friends. She definitely made a lasting impression on those around her and will continue to be remembered by us as a very special, caring and adventuresome person. We hope she is at peace...
Nancy Cook
August 4, 2009
When I read that our friend Maxine, "a 70 year old elderly woman", had died I was shocked and then deeply saddened. The word "elderly" fits only as a sterotype. Maxine and I hiked trails in the hills of Calif. I would want to take the shorter route, 5 mile, and she often wanted the 7 mile route. She was a strong woman: strong in her love of her friends, strong in her convictions, strong in her love of animals, and strong physically. She had a big heart and I was looking forward to her arrival here in September. I miss her and am glad to have known her.
Scott
August 4, 2009
Maxine Adler died July 31st 2009. She was a greater lover of animals and donated large amounts of her wealth and time to causes surrounding animal welfare.
She split her time between her home in Boca Raton and her home in Los Gatos. My wife and I knew her thru her running out in California. She had run many marathons over the years and while she had cut back on her running recently, she was an avid walker and exerciser. We ran or walked with her 2 or 3 times a week at Rancho San Antonio Park while she was in California.
She was a big traveler and had seen a lot of the world. She took two years and sailed around the world some 20 years ago. My wife and I had only traveled with her in California, but some of our friends had been to Europe and Africa with her over the years.
Being a runner, she was in excellent health for her age and I’m sure most people might have guessed she was only in her 50’s. She loved good food and fine vine. My wife will have many remembrances of her and dinner, with a top rated bottle of vine. I remember our many dinners and evenings talking or playing games while traveling or after running.
We hope her cats are being cared for by someone in Boca Raton now, as she lived for her cats.
We and her friends will miss her.
Janine Flagg
August 4, 2009
Maxine has been a dear friend of mine for the past 20 years. I have lots of wonderful memories of Maxine running and more recently walking at Rancho, sushi lunches, and wine tasting at Mendocino Wine Auction. We also shared a love for kitties. With Love,
Tom
August 3, 2009
Max, I'll miss you.
Jeff Pipes
August 3, 2009
Maxine touched everyone she worked with with her tremendous spirit and enthusiasm. I will miss her very much. I offer my deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Gutterman Warheit Memorial Chapel
August 3, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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