Maxine Elizabeth Garner Maners, 86, of Trent Woods, went to be with her Lord on Monday, January 11, 2021. Maxine was born on January 25, 1934 in New Bern, North Carolina to the late Woodard and Carrie Garner.
Maxine was a graduate of New Bern High School. She loved to travel and spend time with her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a longtime member of Temple Baptist Church where she led a prayer group and many Sunday School classes.
She is survived by her husband, Robert, daughter, Cheryl Robbins (Leon) of Raleigh, son, Doug Maners (Pat), two granddaughters, Elizabeth and Victoria Maners of Wilmington, and many extended family members and friends. In addition to her parents she is predeceased by two sisters, Mabel Stilley and Maggie Meadows.
Maxine will be laid to rest at a private graveside service in Greenleaf Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made in her honor to Temple Baptist Church, Craven County Hospice or a charity of your choice. In the care of Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory.