Maxine Chance, age 90, formerly of Jackson Mississippi, passed away April 15, 2019. She was born and grew up in Belzoni, Mississippi, the “Heart of the Delta”. While attending Millsaps College, she met her future husband Merritt. They lived in Jackson for the next 50+years.
Maxine and Merritt were active members of First Christian Church. Maxine taught Sunday School, CWF, served on Committees and served as a Deacon. Later they moved to Flowood and were active members of Lakewood Presbyterian. For the last 5 years Maxine lived in Germantown, Tennessee.
Between running 3 boys to football basketball and baseball games, Maxine enjoyed Bridge, reading, crossword puzzles and tennis.
Maxine is survived by her sons Bob (Paula), Steve; Daughter-in-law Nancy; Grandchildren John (Dixie), Jennifer, David, Katie (Steven); and Courtney: Great Grandchildren Madeline, John Michael, Price, Caroline & Camille.
Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Josie Winn, her husband of 60 years, Merritt and son Mike.
Family will receive friends at 9:30 am Saturday April 20, 2019 at Parkway Funeral Home, with service to follow at 10:00am. Fond memories can be shared at www.parkwayfuneralhome.com
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