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Maxine Riedinger Obituary
Maxine was born in Meriden on July 15, 1944, the only daughter of the late Alfred and Caroline (Niewiedomski) Zieminski. Maxine was a lifelong Meriden resident and a graduate of O.H. Platt High School and Laurel College. Throughout her working days, Maxine worked at Miller Johnson Printing Company of Meriden, Colonial Bridal Shoppe of Meriden, Opticare of Cheshire, and Colony Opticians of Wallingford among other employment. She was also an Avon lady for many years as she raised her three loving children. Her most recent employment was as an adoring nanny to her only grandson Quince. Maxine was an avid knitter and reader, a big fan of Sue Grafton. She enjoyed shopping for books, clothes, shoes, and unusual treasures. She enjoyed world travel and spending time on the beach and on her family's boat. Aruba was her favorite island to visit. She was a member of the Meriden Historical Society and a faithful parishioner of St. Mary Church of Meriden. Maxine was a warm and amiable woman who lit up every room she walked into. She will be sorely missed.
Besides her husband, she is survived by her sons, Clemens J. Riedinger III and his wife, Cindy Riedinger of Prospect, and Christopher A. Riedinger of Meriden; her daughter, Corryne M. Hamilton and her husband, Jamie Hamilton of Cheshire; her grandson, Quince Reid Hamilton; her mother-in-law, Lucy Riedinger of Meriden; she is also survived by many close cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was predeceased by her grandson, James Murphy Hamilton of Cheshire.
Maxine's funeral will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, from the Stempien Funeral Home, 450 Broad St., Meriden followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church. Burial will be at St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday, Feb. 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Stempien Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory of Maxine be made to an educational trust fund for Maxine's grandson Quince Reid Hamilton. Donations can be mailed to Jamie Hamilton c/o 366 Reservoir Ave, Meriden, CT 06451.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maxine Riedinger
Jack and Pat (Sabatino) KRYSTOFOSKI
March 20, 2007
Just learned about the tragic accident and both Jack and I send our condolences. Our friendship goes back to Platt High School where Maxine was such a cheerful,smiling and fun classmate.
Karen & David Feinberg
March 5, 2007
Corryne and Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please reach out to us if you need anything.
Sandy Snow
March 5, 2007
Corryne,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. As someone already said she is now watching over you and your family in way she couldn't possibly do here on earth. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marie Meyers Stackpole
March 5, 2007
I learned yesterday from a former classmate of Maxine's tragic death. I have not seen her in many years but remember her as a fun loving friend from Ben Franklin. Lincoln and Platt. I am so sorry for your loss and pray that the wonderful memories will sustain you all at this most difficult time.
Shawn Dean (formerly DeNicola)
March 5, 2007
I just learned of Maxine's passing last night from my mom, Pat DeNicola. I distinctly remember how wonderful a friend she was to my mom as she was her hairdresser and Avon Rep for a long time. My mom is just devastated by this tragic and shocking news.
Having lost my dad also in a tragic way, my mom and I know the overwhelming sadness you are feeling. Our thoughts and prayers go to all of you.
Melinda Teter
February 26, 2007
My sincere condolences to everyone who is mourning the loss of Maxine. She was a beautiful person, guide, & mom (even to us who were just friends of her kids!), and I'm sure grandmom. May peace come to all of us in our difficult journeys ahead. Much love.
Betty (Markowski) Poulos
February 25, 2007
I just returned from a vacation and learned of Maxine's tragic passing. I grew up on Reservoir Avenue and Maxine and I were classmates from kindergarten at Ben Franklin School all the way through Platt High School. I remember walking home from elementary school with her when she lived on Vine Street. Maxine was always an energetic, outgoing girl, who was fun to be around. Whenever I ran into her, she was the same way, full of personality, and so proud of her family. My condolences are with you during this very sad time.
Betty (Markowski) Poulos
Rich Smith
February 23, 2007
Corryne and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Roxanne Calvert
February 23, 2007
Clem, Cindy and family
I am very sorry for your loss.
God Bless,
Roxanne Calvert
Barbara Munson
February 22, 2007
Maxine will live in all our hearts who loved her. I'm grateful for all the fond memories going back to high school. She was a wonderful,caring friend. You all are in our prayers. With deepest Sympathy Craig and Barbara Munson.
Barbara Munson
February 22, 2007
Our hearts go out to all of you who loved Maxine. I will miss her monthly missives she sent to us in Fla, to keep us in the "loop" of going ons in Meriden. She was a wonderful, caring person and will be sorely missed. I am thankful for the memories of the fun times our families had. CRAIG AND BARBARA MUNSON
Phil Schub
February 22, 2007
Dear Clem and family,
There are no words I can offer to ease the pain of this tragic loss. All of us who knew and loved Maxine will deeply miss her.
I can only offer my deepest sympathy and prayers for your physical and emotional healing.
Elizabeth & Tim Moore
February 22, 2007
With love, sympathy, and prayers. You are all in our thoughts.
Pete Genova
February 22, 2007
Corryne - Sincere sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am very sorry for your loss.
Jen Wollman
February 22, 2007
Corryne & Family - Please accept my deepest sympathy for your tragic loss.
The Bible says, " When this tent we live in - our body here on Earth- is torn down, God will have a house in heaven for us to live, a home he himself has made, which will last forever."
May your memories of her time here comfort you in the days and weeks ahead and may you find peace knowing your Mom is watching over all of you from her Eternal Home.
Addison Van Ness
February 22, 2007
Dear Corryne,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time.
Brandon Munson
February 22, 2007
Celi and I, as well as the entire staff of Miller Memorial Community, are deeply sadden by the tragic and sudden loss of Maxine. I am so sorry and may God comfort you through this very difficult time.
“While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil again.” ~John Taylor
Carolyn Bernardo
February 22, 2007
Dear Clem and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have been praying for God to be with you and give you strength to get through this tragic time in your life. Maxine was an inspiration to so many people and showed us all how to live life.I have fond memories of her and am proud to have known her.
May God Bless you always,
Alfred Klockowski
February 21, 2007
Dear Clem & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. With saddness in our hearts Lillian and I offer our prayers in this the most difficult of times.
Lori Lattarulo
February 21, 2007
Corryne,
I know it has been a long time, but I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Kelly Krok
February 21, 2007
Dear Corryne,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. No words can take away the pain you are enduring. We are here for you whenever you need us.
Love,
Kelly and Mike Krok
Erin Titley
February 21, 2007
Dear Corryne and Family -
As an old friend from St. Mary, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a beautiful woman in every sense of the word. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Patricia Pernal
February 21, 2007
Corryne and family,
Please know that I include all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeanne Young
February 21, 2007
Corryne,
My thoughts are with you and your family during this very sad and difficult time.
David Dingwell
February 21, 2007
Dear Clem and family
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. My thougths and prayers are with you.
Karen Petraitis
February 21, 2007
Corryne-
My heart goes out to you and your beautiful family at this terrible time. Maxine was a wonderful woman with a bright smile and warm heart and will be sorely missed.
Love,
Karen
Mindy Roberts
February 21, 2007
Corryne and Family,
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandra McCauley
February 21, 2007
Why did this happen???? The only explanation is so this wonderful woman can watch over those that she loves 24/7 AND all at the same time! Thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family and especially to my friend Corryne who has endured more loss in her young life than anyone I know. You will get through this my friend. Your mom will see to it!
George & Barbara Sizer
February 21, 2007
Dear Clem and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Maxine's smiling face and encouraging words. We have had the joy of having her touch our lives.
George and Barbara Sizer
Chris Prandy
February 21, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to Corryne and her family.
Linda D'Agostino Stankewich
February 21, 2007
Clem & family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very sad time. Maxine was a beautiful person and she will certainly be missed by her family and friends. --
Louise Hutchinson
February 21, 2007
Corryne - My thoughts are with you and your family
Cindy Territo
February 21, 2007
Corryne,
My deepest sympathy is with you and your entire family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
I had the opportunity to meet your mom when you brought Quince into The Hartford to show him off. Her smile and warmth was so welcoming, I felt as if I knew her forever. She was so proud of her grandson and adored him which you could see written all over her face that day. Your mom will always be with you because she will be in your heart forever.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Nicholle West
February 21, 2007
I send my greatest sympathy to you and your family.
Meg Staubley
February 21, 2007
Corryne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Your mother was a beautiful woman in so many ways. May your faith and cherished memories guide you through this difficult time.
We Love You,
Meg & Glenn Staubley
Sandra Blodgett
February 21, 2007
I remember Maxine well from our days at St. Mary's School. She enriched the lives of those around her and had a wonderful of way of making everyone feel included. My sympathy and prayers to her family and close friends.
David and Marcia Vosgien
February 21, 2007
Maxine and her family are foremost in our prayers. A sad time and great loss to all who knew her. Our sincerest sympathy.
Tracy Asensio
February 21, 2007
Corryne - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this very tragic time. May each passing day provide you with a little more joy than the previous day.
Julie Butkus
February 21, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Maxine was a wonderful women; she will be missed by many.
maureen purcell
February 21, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Mary Jane Barry
February 20, 2007
My sincerest sympathy to the entire family for your great loss.
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