Maxine Smith

ADRIAN – Maxine Smith, 73, of Adrian died early Wednesday morning, February 8, 2023 at home under the care of Hospice of Lenawee with her loving family by her side. Born on January 17, 1950 in Hudson, Michigan, Maxine was the third of Max and Lucy (Hefflinger) Lewis’s five children. Maxine grew up in Hudson and finished her last 2 years at Tecumseh High School graduating with the Class of 1968. She had deep roots in Hudson and always considered herself a Tiger! On May 12, 1973, Maxine married Larry Smith at the Hudson First United Methodist Church. Over the years Maxine and Larry raised a wonderful family, shared many adventures and continued to be deeply in love with one another; they would have celebrated 50 years of marriage this Spring. Maxine worked as an administrative assistant for the Lenawee Intermediate School District for 25 years, where she had many friends and fond memories. Always up for a challenge, she went on to work for the Gus Harrison Correctional Facility for several years before her retirement. After retiring, Maxine and Larry were snowbirds heading south in the winter months to Punta Gorda, Florida. Maxine was a devoted member of Jasper Bible Church for many years. She enjoyed reading and finding a quiet place to relax and listen to the one and only, Neil Diamond. Family was the center of Maxine’s world. You could count on her to be at all the grandchildren’s activities and sporting events cheering them on. She was an excellent cook and family dinners were a chance to laugh and create more memories. She was a stickler for turning off the lights when no one was around and not wasting energy. Maxine is survived by her loving husband, Larry; children, Shane (Heather) Smith of Denver, CO and Monica Smith of Adrian; grandchildren, Riley, Jillian, Finley and Jonah Smith; her sister, Phillis (David) Siconolfi of The Villages, FL and many wonderful extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Phillip Lewis, Bruce Lewis and Diana Howe; and her nephew, John Lewis. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian with Rev. Bruce Jewett officiating. She will be laid to rest at Highland Cemetery in Brooklyn, MI. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 13, 2023 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or the Daughters of the American Revolution. The family would like to encourage family and friends to wear yellow, and to remember Maxine as you turn off the lights when you leave a room. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com.

Maxine Smith

January 17, 1950 - February 8, 2023