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for Maxine Palmisano
Abby & Nicolette
March 2, 2007
We were Maxine's special pieces of !!!
I remember the day we got our faces painted by Ashley's aunt,it was so cool. Also, all of the times we spent the night, Maxine tried her hardest to be mean.
February 26, 2007
February 26, 2007
Zeigler
February 26, 2007
I remember Maxine's laugh and her cheerful outlook on life.
February 25, 2007
February 25, 2007
Abby Heimos
February 12, 2007
I truly loved Maxine with all of my heart. She was a great inspiration to me and made me want to be a better person. Maxine always new how to have fun and was there for my friends and I when ever needed. She made sure we stayed out of trouble, but still being able to have a good time with us. I love Maxine.
Stephanie Stough
February 10, 2007
I think everyone would agree that Maxine was always a fun, warm person to be around. Maxine was also caring. I remember when I was in 1st grade; I was at a Girl Scout camp when it started to thunder. I was terrified and she kept reassuring me I was going to be okay until the thunder storm was over. I also remember when Ashley had a birthday party at a hotel overnight. It was hard being away from my mom, but Maxine treated all of us as if we were her own. Maxine will be missed, and I will pray for the family.
Joanne Stough
February 10, 2007
Maxine was one of a kind. She never met a stranger, and she spoke to everyone like she'd known them forever. She mothered every child she encountered- especially the ones that got into trouble, and ones that sometimes went unnoticed. One year when my daughter, Stephanie, was little, Maxine took her to Girl Scout camp and cared for her when I couldn't go. That meant a lot to me.
If ANYBODY ever needed ANYTHING, Maxine would be there with it, even in the middle of the night. One time Stephanie mentioned to Ashley at school that she wished that I knew how to french braid her hair. That same afternoon, Maxine and Ashley showed up at my door to teach me how to french braid.
Maxine was always the first to roll up her sleeves and jump in to lend a hand. She and I worked on many room parent and Girl Scout projects. There were times I found that I had "bitten off more than I could chew", and Maxine would step up to the plate to help me finish, even if it were late at night.
May the many warm, kind, caring, funny, and, yes, even crazy memories that you have of Maxine comfort you in the days to come.
Peggy Huisinga
February 7, 2007
Maxine was a wonderful friend and I will miss her. She was such fun and always willing to do whatever needed to be done at a Girl Scout meeting, event, campout! I will forever remember her chasing balls at the milk bottle game at a GS Father/Daughter dance. She was laughing so hard. The girls and their dads had the best time that night, thanks to all Maxine and Linda's hard work. Please know my prayers are with Maxine's family. She brightened so many lives.
Valinda Hood
February 7, 2007
Rest well Angel
Your job on Earth is done
Watch over us
Until we see you again
Love, Valinda
Robyn Roehl
February 7, 2007
I knew Maxine from Girl Scouts. We worked together on many Leader/Daughter events. What I liked most about Maxine was that she told it like it was. She was a great person and will be missed by all.
Bill Shoop
February 6, 2007
Joan & Bill Shoop
BARB MCMAHAN
February 6, 2007
I knew Maxine for years through Girl Scouts first. We definitely would have the most fun at day camp. I will never forget the year I was pregnant and she was my helper for camp that year. She would just push my waddly self around and at the end of the day, she would always load my car. She was still always the helper when that child I was carrying, is now a 3rd grader and she would hold the door open for me to carry my loads into the school for her Girl Scout meetings. Maxine always took care of everyone and we will so miss you. You never realize what an impact you had on people's everyday lives. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Becky & Rachael Darron
February 6, 2007
My daughter Rachael and I met Maxine through Girl Scouts. What a wonderful, happy person. She was always smiling and had a fabulous outlook for everything. She told us once; if something is important to do, then there must be a fun side to it, just got to look for it. My most memorable times recently were with Girl Scout Cookies. She always had some funny, goofy comment about the cookies and the silly prizes the girls won. We’d stand in my driveway or garage and talk about different things and life in general. She’d always leave us with a smile and a wave. I’d always be smiling when she left, thinking what an enjoyable person to be around. I’ll miss our talks, I’ll miss her smile, and I’ll miss her wonderful perspective on life. I’m so blessed to have known her, we all are. I pray for God to ease your sorrow and wrap you in the warmth of His love.
Wendy Black
February 5, 2007
I have two fond memories of Maxine. We went outside for a break together at work and Maxine managed to trip the weekend alarm. She had propped the door open and that set it off when we went back in. We ran the whole way! Also, her culinary skills were something else. Maxine made a dump cake and it didnt turn over right. It seems she forgot to stir it up because that step wasn't included in the recipe.
Frankie Rutherford
February 5, 2007
Some of my favorite memories of Maxine are when we baked cookies together, when we talked about Ashley's and my son, Aamaud's schools, and the Big One! Barbeque study. I had so many fun times with Max.
Brittany Evans
February 5, 2007
I remember when Maxine picked us up from Six Flags and we had to stop by the gas station and get bread because Ashley sucked all the air out of the bag and smashed it. It was so funny!
Kristie Kuebler
February 5, 2007
My favorite Maxine memory was shopping for homecoming dresses and drinking our Fiji water! I love Maxine!
Britt Evans
February 5, 2007
I remember when she helped me, Court, Ash, and Anna get merits for cheerleading, and we made water bottles, and hair ties. I love her.
Torie Toscano
February 5, 2007
When Maxine would take me and Ashley to get food or just to drive around, I would stick my head out the window and yell at random peopleand Maxine would roll the window up and yell at me and told me I should trade places with her dog because I reminded her of it.
Becky Bruning
February 5, 2007
I remember her taking us to the pool every weekend in 3rd grade.
Torie Toscano, Nicolette Eisenriech, and Ashley Palmisano
February 5, 2007
I remember getting chased by her white huge car at 3:00 in the morning of the summer because we would get caught sneaking out of the house.
Natasha Ranes
February 5, 2007
There are many memories that are great. Maxine was a great co-worker, and friend. We always had fun working the taste tests, talking about Harley's to pass the time.
Karen Sinaic
February 5, 2007
My favorite memory of Maxine is lunch time at Delve.
Ryan Delaney
February 5, 2007
My favorite memory of Maxine is when she helped me with my nine baby rabbits when they needed homes.
Laura Simon
February 4, 2007
Among my group of friends and I, Maxine was commonly known as the mom that was able to show us a fun time. Our past summer was spent on several fun outings appreciatingly accompanied by Maxine and her witty personality. Maxine was always willing to show us that nothing truly mattered but having fun and appreciating each other. As hard as it is to imagine a life without her, my friends and I will always be grateful for the important values Maxine was able to teach us. Maxine was never afraid to tell us girls that we should stand up for ourselves. As teenagers, my friends and I were able to talk to Maxine about anything that was bothering us and get a truthful answer and an encouraging pep talk. Maxine while being a loving mother, was much like another friend, she understood us all in every sense. She seemed to on occasion, even understand us even more than we understood ourselves. Memories of Maxine have and always will bring warmth to the hearts of all of us in a way that is almost indescribable. I will never forget the silly nights when Maxine would make fun of our silly decisions and funny talks, never passing up the opportunity to join in our fun any way she could. Maxine will never be forgotten among my friends and I. Maxine was able to grace our lives in such a way making our teenage years seem like less stressful and dramatic than they were, adding that much needed extra dash of fun.
Tracy & John Heimos
February 4, 2007
The thing that we will remember most about Maxine is what a fun person she has always been. She has been the fun mom for many, many kids. She has added to their personalities in a great way. It takes a community to raise a child because everyone has different things to teach in life. Maxine taught them not to take life to seriously and have fun. We will always appreciate that Maxine showed our daughter Abby how to have fun!
We will miss you, but you will live on forever in the children that you have helped raise.
Marcy Christian
February 4, 2007
What can I say about Maxine most people didn't Know. If you ask her for a slice of bread she would bring you a loaf. She loved her kids, Ashley & Timmy. She loved her husband Rick.
We all know how much she meant to us. I pray she knew how much we loved her. She was more then my baby sister,and more then a friend.
No matter how crazy she made me sometimes, I knew I could always count on her.
My Husband and I moved to St.Louis in the 70's and Maxine came to help and never went back to Michigan. It's hard to let her go.
I love you Maxine.
John & Marcy Christian
Kelly Poppe
February 2, 2007
I met Maxine almost 19 years ago, we met as coworkers but became bestfriends. We shared so much in common it seemed like we were always doing something together on a daily basis even if it was just talking on the phone, she was always there whenever I needed a hand in just about anything, from school, kids, girlscouts, ect.. I have so many memories of the good times we shared and not all of it was shopping!! Like you always said Max(friends forever)You will forever live in our hearts and you touched alot of hearts in your lifetime. You are gonna be one greatly missed bestfriend and as my kids call you Aunt Maxine.
Always Love You Like A Sis.
Greg & Suzi Fieser
January 28, 2007
Maxine always had a smile when we saw her. She was always friendly and very outgoing. We'll never forget the great New Year's Eve parties she threw.
Upon entering the cemetery that sad day, we saw a Hawk (representing Max's earthly spirit), while leaving we saw an Eagle (representing Max's heavenly spirit).
We will miss her.
Betty Crump
January 25, 2007
This is for you Maxine....I met
you about 2 years ago while working
at Delve. After being around you
for a very brief time, I felt I'd
had known you all my life. You
were so much fun to be around,
always a smile..a hug..your energy
was unreal..you could far outlast
the energizer bunny. Such a great
Mom..the loved you showed for your
daughter and son and Rick, you were
the sunshine of her life.
I skipped my Betty Boop calendar
this year and got "Maxine" in
your honor...
Miss you...
Betty Crump..Co-worker Delve
Patricia Povich
January 18, 2007
I remember Mrs. Palmisano coming into my classroom to help when I had Ashley in first grade. She was always so pleasant, effective and fun to have around. For years after that, Maxine helped me with the AR Program many times. (So did you, Ashley.) Maxine volunteered and did keep my grandchild for me during teacher conferences when I had to stay late at school. Whenever I saw Maxine in the halls of Uthoff Valley, my heart felt lighter. What a thoughful, kind, real human being she was. I do and will continue to miss her very much. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and especially with you, Ashley. Pat Povich
Tonya Corey
January 14, 2007
I will always remember her when we were teenagers growing up in michigan. She was always such a character. I'm so happy that she had wonderful in-laws. Thank you Rick. She always was a great person. I will always miss her surprise visits or calls. Love you always Maxine..Tonya Corey(Robinson), Mark, David and Evone Corey
The Missing Rider
January 12, 2007
Angela Barron
January 11, 2007
Mrs. Palmisano was a wonderful parent to me during my first year at Uthoff Valley. She helped whenever she could, and even brought me breakfast sometimes. She was a very kind and thoughtful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with Ashley and the rest of the family during this difficult time.
Theresa Moffatt
January 11, 2007
Max was a special person. She made me feel energetic. Her energy was contagious. Her sense of humor was great. She will be missed by many. Love and peace to the family.
Elaine Weiss
January 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I am truly sorry for your loss. Maxine was "something else",we could just talk about anything,it didn't matter what the subject may have been. We would just see one another at school or "out and about" and we would just carry on a conversation. She will be missed by many. I hope that the family realizes that the lives that Maxine touched in her time here are many and she will always be in their hearts. Those hearts will also be with Maxine's family.
Melissa Withinton
January 8, 2007
Out of all the memories I had of Maxine, all had a couple of things similar to the events that we did together as a troop in Girl Scouts. Maxine was one of the funniest people I knew but also she had a serious side to her. The side that would listen to you talk instead of acting like she wasn't listening. Then there was the motherly side of her. For example, when we were in Kansas City, she would make funny jokes, take care of the girls who didn't have our mothers with us and if you were in her room, she would make sure you were in bed at a certain time. Overall, she was a fun Girl Scout leader and a fun person to hang out with.
Kelly Steffens
January 8, 2007
I'm so very sorry to hear about this tragic loss. Please let me know if can do something.
Joyce Askins
January 8, 2007
Maxine always wore a smile for this and many other reasons she will always be remembered. My sincere sympathy to all in her family. Joyce Askins Co-worker Delve
Ruth & Lauren Hearold
January 8, 2007
It was such a shock to hear of Maxine's passing. I had the pleasure of getting to know her in grade school with the Girl Scouts. She always had wonderful ideas to get these girls going in the right direction in their young lives. She will be greatly missed.
Mary Kirkpatrick
January 8, 2007
Maxine was always such a great patient. We were all so saddened by the news of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. We at Baxter Dental Group will miss her cheery smile.
Dave, Jackie, Kimi and Debi Jacquin
January 8, 2007
We were both shocked and saddened to hear of Maxine's passing. She had a very big heart and was willing to help out wherever she could. We have very good memories of her from the Girl Scout Days back in grade school. We will keep Ashley and the rest of her family in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Jeff & Pat Armstrong
January 6, 2007
The loss of Max is still just to unreal to beleive. Our hearts go out to you and the family.
Remember, family and friends are here to help you get thru this and as friends, we are here in what ever way we are needed.
Love
Jeff & Pat Armstrong
cheryl loser
January 6, 2007
Maxine you were an inspiration to all.
We will miss you dearly and will always love you.
Everytime we see a white Tahoe we will be thinking of you.
Love,
Bob, Cheryl, Kristen and Jennifer Loser
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