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John Maxwell Obituary

Mr. John W. Maxwell, entered into eternal rest, Sunday, October 16, 2005 at Candler Hospital. The Screven County native was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He was educated in the public schools of Chatham County. John later joined the United States Navy where he served for six years. He was employed at Hunt-Wesson for 17 years and left to open his own business Max's Quick Stop which he operated until he retired in 1998. John was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter (Rosa) Maxwell and his only brother Mr. Edward Maxwell. He leaves to cherish his loving memories a loving and a devoted wife Mrs. Ida Maxwell of 38 years; three loving children, Maureen (Ricky) Walker, John O. "Nassey" (Akaesha) Maxwell and Walter "Byron" (Shanika) Maxwell all of Savannah, GA; a loving mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary B. Matthews; special niece, Ms. Tiffany A. Maxwell; a devoted nephew, Darrial E. Matthews, Charleston, SC; one aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Savannah, GA; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Edna Maxwell, Savannah, GA and Mrs. Beatrice (George) Punter, Dix Hill, NY; four brothers-in-law, Mrs. John (Hilda) Matthews, Orangeburg, SC, Mr. Oscar (Alzenia) Mathews, Savannah, GA, Mr. Rufus (Carolyn) Matthews, Smithfield, VA, Mr. Johnnie M. Matthews and Mr. Lester Anthony; three special cousins, Mrs. Eunice Daniels, Mrs. Rosa Overstreet both of Savannah and Mrs. Gladys Walthour, Midway, GA; three special and devoted friends, Mrs. Maggie Wright, Mrs. Hazel Wright and Mrs. Mary Drayton. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Sidney A. Jones Funeral Home Locally Owned & Operated Savannah Morning News, October 18, 2005 Please sign our Obituary Guestbook at www.savannahnow.com

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Oct. 18, 2005.

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Tina Butts-Barr

October 24, 2005

Ida, I am sorry for your lost. I am praying for you and your family during your hour of bereavement.





Tina.

Patricia Leuschen

October 24, 2005

Dear Mrs. Maxwell and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Maxwell. He was a loving husband and father but most of all he was a wonderful and caring man to me. I loved him for that and called him my second dad and I will miss him very much. Mrs. Maxwell I am here for you if you need anything please call me. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. But we know he fought a hard battle like my Dad and they are both at peace now. May God watch over you and help you during this time.

Love, Patricia Leuschen

YVETTE WALKER GUYTON & FAMILY

October 22, 2005

MRS MAXWELL,

MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF SEPERATION FROM YOUR HUSBAND. MAY GODS GRACE GIVE YOU COMFORT DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. MUCH LOVE TO ALL OF YOU!

Jamie Alls

October 22, 2005

To Ms. Ida, Maureen, Nassey & Byron:



With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Rev.21:3,4



During this time of grieving, I pray that you may find some comfort in the things promised to mankind from our loving Father, Jehovah.

Regina Reeder

October 22, 2005

To the Maxwell Family:

You have my deepest sympathy. In your time of despire. Please know that my family and I will be keeping you in our prayer's.

Gibb & Vannie Walker

October 22, 2005

To Ida, Bryon and rest of the Maxwell Family...our prayers and thoughts are with you in your hour of sorrow.

Alderman Van R. Johnson, II

October 22, 2005

To the Maxwell family:



You are in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn the passing of your husband and father.



May God continue to comfort you during this difficult time.

The Collier Family

October 21, 2005

The Maxwell Family,

You have our deepest thoughts at this darkest hour. May you realize that you're never alone, and that Mr. Max is in a better place.



With all our prayers,

Albertha, James III(Jay), Jamylle Collier

Michelle Washington

October 21, 2005

Keeping you in my prayers during this difficult time. May the God of peace bring you comfort.

Ronella Raymond

October 21, 2005

To The Maxwell Family:



Those whom you love will always live on in your heart.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Kevin & Shakira Jackson & Jackson Bros. Care Care Ctr.

October 20, 2005

To the Maxwell Family:



You have our deepest sympathy in the passing of your loved one. Always remember "Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal." Nassey and Byron we know that your hearts are hurting right now, but God only takes the best. Keep your heads up and continue his legacy. We are praying for the entire family.

Sincerely,

Kevin & Shakira Jackson & Families

maggie Henley

October 20, 2005

May God be with you during your time of sorrow. Thinking of you.

Tony & Ruth Carolyn Magwood Wright

October 20, 2005

Ida and Family,

With deepest sympathy during this time of sorrow, let frlends and loved ones provide you with support and comfort to ease some of the pain. Remember that you will always have help around you, with love

Donald Formey

October 20, 2005

Sincere Condolences to The Maxwell Family. Mr. Maxwell will be missed as a good friend, mentor and neighbor. His Legacy is one of dignity and honor. My prayer is for the Family to find solace in the knowledge that - Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal - May Almighty God continue to bless and keep you all.

Lillian W. Lee

October 20, 2005

Ida,We share this time of sorrow with you and your entire family.We hope the happy memories of John and God's grace will help to sustain you during this difficult time.Sincerely,

The Lee Family

DIANNE STEPHENS-BAXTER

October 19, 2005

TO THE MAXWELL FAMILY FROM THE STEPHENS FAMILY OUR LOVE GOES OUT TOO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALL.

Rogenia Savage

October 19, 2005

To the Maxwell Family,

Remember a good heart and a beautiful spirit will never die. His legacy will live on in the lives of those he touched. You have my deepest sympathy.

April Sims Scott & Family

October 19, 2005

Maureen & Family,

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. Just know that God has an ultimate plan for all of his children. Our prayers are with you.Continued peace and strength be with you all.

RENA ADSIDE

October 19, 2005

TO THE MAXWELL FAMILY WE ARE SORRY TO HERE ABOUT MR.MAX.OUR PRAYER GOES OUT TO THE WHOLE MAXWELL FAMILY

Hardy "Jay" Lang

October 19, 2005

You will be sorely missed John. Aunt Ida, my prayers are with you and the family. It's been a long time. Know that GOD is there by your side always. Rejoice in knowing he's at rest now. Although I won't be able to make it down, my prayers are with the family. Keep in touch.

Debra Hyamans

October 18, 2005

Ida, I am saddened to hear of John's passing, I know it has been a long battle with his illness. Please know that I think of you often and I know God will give you the strength you need during this time.

Shareen Graham

October 18, 2005

To The Maxwell Family: My deepest sympathy. God bless you.

Libby and Jimmy Hires

October 18, 2005

Ida and family,

Our prayers are with you during this time of loss. May God hold you close and help you through your sorrow. ~Jimmy and Libby Hires

Sharon Days

October 18, 2005

To Mr. John Maxwell & family may God continue to bless and keep you and your family, You have my deepest sympathy and remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.Memories are lasting and they never leave you.

Lula Mae Herron

October 18, 2005

To the Family,



You are in our thoughts and prayers and know that GOD would never put no more on you than you can bear.

Senior Usher Board First Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church

Valdara Wall

October 18, 2005

To Mrs. Ida,Maureen,Byron and Nassey: I pray God will give you strength as you greive over Mr. Max going home. I know from experience you may not understand why,but take it from me, God don't make mistakes. God is so wonderful that just when you think you can't handel things, he'll show up and give you strength. "WEEPING MAY ENDURE FOR A NIGHT BUT JOY COMETH IN THE MOURNING"

VIVIAN PONDER

October 18, 2005

To the family of Mr. John Maxwell, our prayers are with you in your time of sympathy. May God be with you as you walk the last mile with your love one.



The Ponder Family

VIVIAN PONDER

October 18, 2005

To the family of Mr.Maxwell our prayers are with you in your time of sympathy. May God be with you as you walk the last mile with your love one.



The Ponder Family

Beatrice Banks

October 18, 2005

Maureen and Family: I was the secretary at Ramah Junior Academy when you were a student. I hope you still remember me. I extend deepest sympathy to you and the rest of the family. I was saddened to read of your father's passing while online. You are in my prayers. Email me when you get this message. Tell your Mom to keep looking upwards and God will see her through. My email address is [email protected]

Cynthia Sampson

October 18, 2005

To the Maxwell family, we are so sorry about the death of Mr. John he will be miss. Our prayers goes out to you'll. From Louella Wright and the Stevens Family

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