Maxine Rhodes

Maxine was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Billy James Rhodes, her beloved son, Ricky James Rhodes, her parents, and all of her siblings including her brothers R.L., George, Harold, Clarence, Joe and Alsey Tolleson and sister Clarice Tolleson Sharber. Maxine is survived by many adoring nieces and nephews as well as others that she loved like family.

Maxine went to school in Jefferson and soon after began her married life to Billy. She moved to Baytown with him and lived her entire adult life on the same property where he was raised. She was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker and was also a member of Garth Road Baptist Church. Maxine loved working in the yard, playing dominos and spending time with family and friends. She also absolutely loved cooking for her family on the cherished Chamberlain stove that Billy purchased shortly before their wedding. But her all-time greatest joy was being Ricky’s mother.

Maxine was adored by many. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends, especially the residents at The Waterford at Baytown – Assisted Living where she lived the last couple of years.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at The Waterford, Memorial Hermann Hospital, and Harbor Hospice for the excellent care that Maxine received while there.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to 1p36Deletion Support and Awareness in honor of her Great Niece Everett Kelly Garcia. Your support will help parents of children diagnosed with 1p36 Deletion Syndrome in hopes to bring support to families and greater awareness to society regarding this condition. 1p36 Deletion Syndrome is a rare genetic condition that researchers are still learning about. Donations can be made online at http://www.1p36dsa.org/ or sent to 1p36 Deletion Support & Awareness, 48 Cornfield Lane, Warwick, NY 10990; ATTN: Karen Bess. Thank you for honoring Aunt Maxine in this meaningful way.

Visitation will be from 10 - 11 am, Monday, September 25, 2023, at Navarre Funeral Home, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, Texas 77521. Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Cedarcrest Cemetery with Pastor Doug Harris officiating.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.navarrefuneralhome.com for the Rhodes family.