Maxine was born July 28th, 1933 in Beresford, SD to parents Werter and Karen Christensen. Maxine spent her younger years living on the family farm and riding to school on her horse Tony. She married the love of her life Charles W. Cayce in November of 1954. Charles and Maxine followed his work from South Dakota to Kansas City, where they made their home with their two sons Steven and Craig. Her family and friends remember her for her generous heart, ample patience, and gentle nature. She was passionate about serving the community through her Women’s Project group who provided handmade quilts and hats for children and others less fortunate. Maxine was a dedicated member of the St. James Lutheran Church of Kansas City. Maxine’s wishes were to be remembered as a good mother, wife, and grandmother.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Charles Cayce, her parents Werter and Karen Christensen.
Maxine is survived by her brother Marvin Christensen, her sons Steven (Sandra) and Craig (Lois), grandchildren Michelle Kieslich (Justin), Dylan Cayce, Taylor Cayce (Amber), Lindsey O’Brien (Devon), Jessica Selland, and great-grandchildren Vera, Julian, and Arianna.
Visitation for friends and family is scheduled for Friday August 12th at 10-11AM with a celebration of life immediately following at the Newcomer’s White Chapel Funeral Home, 6600 NE Antioch Road, Gladstone, MO 64119.
The family would like to thank all of her friends and companions from church who touched and enriched her life.
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