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Martin Maxwell Obituary

Martin Michael Maxwell

Hyde Park - Martin Michael Maxwell, 60, a lifelong area resident, died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, July 13, 2013, at his home in Hyde Park.

Born December 15, 1952 in Newburgh, he was the son of the late Jack M. Maxwell and Barbara Eckert Maxwell Chase.

He was a 1970 graduate of FDR High School, Hyde Park; received an Associate's Degree from Dutchess Community College; and graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 1979 with a Bachelor's Degree in psychology.

Mr. Maxwell proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.

Marty was a former elevator salesman for Dover Elevators, ThyssenKrupp Elevators, and Schindler Elevators.

He attended Regina Coeli Church in Hyde Park.

Mr. Maxwell's hobbies included coin collecting and playing chess. He also enjoyed playing racquetball and was a member of Mike Arteaga's Health & Fitness Center in Poughkeepsie.

Survivors include his daughter, Amy Marissa Maxwell, and son, Paul Christopher Maxwell, both of Hyde Park; sisters, Cynthia Parow of Pleasant Valley, and Diane Sindone and husband, Al, of Hyde Park; nephews, George, Kirk, and Dane Utter, and Jarrett Parow; niece, Meghann Morano and husband, Bob; cousin, Nathaniel Dawes and wife, Helen; special aunt, Katherine Thorpe of Newburgh; and several good friends, especially Jeff Lewis and wife, Mary.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Michael J. Maxwell.

In keeping with his wishes, there are no calling hours. Cremation has taken place at the convenience of the family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 Am, Thursday, July 18th at Regina Coeli Church, Rte. 9,, Hyde Park.

Burial of his ashes will follow in the family plot in St. Peter's Cemetery, Poughkeepsie.

Marty's family respectfully requests memorial donations to Regina Coeli Church, 2 Harvey Street, Hyde Park, NY 12538.

To send his family an online condolence or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal on Jul. 16, 2013.

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Dan Malin

July 19, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Marty's passing. Sometimes finding the right words to say at these times are difficult. I got to know Marty best in Florida I hired him on as a salesman selling advertising space, hence I guess I became his first sales manager. He was new at sales but I noticed he was a natural and said although sales was an up and down business such as life can be, he was that good and may want to consider it as part of his life journey and he must have taken it to heart and did just that. That all happened in 1980 a number of years later we talked after he left and he said he was an elevator salesman, like I said he took it to heart. On the phone he said but Dan you told me this gig would be an up and down business so why not sell elevators...he had me in stitches with that comment. Marty you did good but that up button was pressed way to early. Your friends, family and managers and co-workers were blessed to have known you for I know I was. RIP my friend and maybe when my up button is pressed we will meet again.. Dan

July 18, 2013

Marty Max you always Cherished your children and were thinking of serving others before yourself. You will be missed....God Bless

Mary Skelly Dangelo

July 18, 2013

To Marty's Family,so sorry to hear about Marty's passing He was a great guy

John Vaccaro

July 18, 2013

Mad Max rest in peace. I loved the stories you used to tell us down in Elmsford. It was a pleasure working with you. Johnny V.

James Lomasney

July 18, 2013

To all remaining family members, loved ones, and close friends of Marty's, I am also very sad to hear that he has passed away from us. I send my deepest condolences to all who have known and loved him. Marty was related to me through a marraige, and also, he was my classmate, and we graduated the same year at FDR High School. No message or words can really express how I feel about your loss, but I'm trying anyways... One of his favorite songs, that I'm aware of, was written by John Lennon, called "Working Class Hero" and this song will be etched into my memory for the remainder of my life. I pray for all of his remaining family and all his loved ones.. My heart goes out. May his path be lighter to travel throughout time.. Sincerely, James (he knew me as Jimmy)

Debra (Coratti) Velie

July 17, 2013

So sorry to hear about Marty. We were good friends in high school and this just breaks my heart. RIP Marty!

Mike Coluccio

July 16, 2013

A great guy who never had an unkind word to say about anyone. Bye Marty

Patti Heidemann

July 16, 2013

I was so sad to hear about Marty's passing, I pray he is smiling in Heaven and is at peace. He always had a kind word to share and he will be missed.

July 16, 2013

To Marty's family...so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you.Lorrie Ollivett Place

Lorraine Bassett DeCarlo

July 16, 2013

To the Family of Marty,So sorry for your loss,I went to school with Marty.He was a wonderful person inside and out.RIP Marty you will be missed.

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