Penwell Turner Funeral Home - Shelby, Ohio

Mary “Maxine” (Steffee) Thomas

Mary Maxine (Steffee) Thomas, age 77, of Shelby, died Monday, August 10, 2009 at her home.

She was born May 13, 1932 in Perry Township Richland County, the daughter of the late John and Rhea (McCrory) Steffee. Maxine was a 1950 graduate of Crestline High School and was a former employee of Wilken’s Air Force Depot. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Shelby, Daughters of the American Revolution, a Girl Scout Leader for 15 years, and was a Junior Achievement leader for many years. Her hobbies included candle making and ceramics. For 40 years, along with her husband Paul, she would set up at candle and ceramic shows all across Ohio. She was an avid genealogist for over 40 years, tracing her family roots back to 1562.

Maxine’s first priority was her family. She lovingly doted on her husband, Paul Eugene Thomas whom she married on, April 9, 1954; Her daughters, Becky Bertke, of Shelby, and Terri Thomas, of Crestline; granddaughter, Sarah Bertke and Sam Schumacher, of Columbus; brother, John Nelson Steffee, of Crestline. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Cathy Sue Thomas in 1957.

Friends may call on Thursday, August 13, 2009 from 1-3 and 6-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:30 AM with Rev. Steven C. Bond officiating. Burial will be in Shauck Cemetery in Johnsville, Ohio. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of North Central Ohio or the First Lutheran Church, Shelby.

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  1. Guest says:

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    Family_of: Mary “Maxine” (Steffee) Thomas
    Your_Name: barbara Fensch
    Date: 09-08-11

    Condolence:

    Dear Sarah, Becky, Paul & family,

    Maxine was a wonderful lady. She was always kind and helpful to my parents. When you lived across the street from the Conley’s, Pam & I would love to come and visit, because Maxine was always so happy and fun to be around. Sarah, and everyone, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the wonderful times of her life.

    God Bless,
    Barbara Parsons Fensch

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    Family_of: Paul Thomas & family
    Your_Name: Helen & Jim

    Date: 09-08-11

    Condolence:

    We will miss Maxine a lot. We are sorry that we are not there to share the sadness of loss of Maxine. Our hopes and prayers are with all of you. We love you Helen & Jim

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    Family_of: uncle paul and family
    Your_Name: mike

    Date: 09-08-11

    Condolence:

    hello i am sorry about aunt maxie and i hope everything going good for you and i am sorry about anut maxie and i will keep in touch with you guys and hope things going good for you
    god bless you guys
    mike
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    Family_of: uncle paul and family
    Your_Name: mike

    Date: 09-08-11

    Condolence:

    I WILL MISS AUNT MAXINE AND I AM THINKING ABOUT YOU GUYS AND I AM THINKING ABOUT YOU GUYS AND I MISS ANUT MAXINE GIVING HER A HUG AND TELL HER I LOVE HER AND I GOT GOOD MERONY AND HELPING OVER GRANDMA AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND I WILL KEEP IN TOUCH
    GOD BLESS YOU
    MIKE
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Diane Worley

    Date: 09-08-12

    Condolence:

    Dear Friends,Sorry to read of Maxines death.The Thomas Family and the Wood Family were long tme friends. God Bless You All.Diane wood Christini Worley
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    Family_of: Mary “Maxine” (Steffee) Thomas
    Your_Name: April Prosser

    Condolence:

    To Becky and the rest of the family, I am sorry to hear about your loss. If you need anything please let me know. You are all in my prayers.
    April
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Beth Snyder

    Date: 09-08-12

    Condolence:

    Becky and Terri:
    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a wonderful lady you had as a mother. Love ya!
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Beth and Pam

    Date: 09-08-12

    Condolence:

    Dear Terri and family,

    We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s (wife’s) passing. I know how close you were and how much she’ll be missed. Please be comforted by your memories as she will live in your hearts forever. No words can ease your pain, I know, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We’re here for you.
    -Beth and Pam
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Linda Bryson Albert

    Date: 09-08-13

    Condolence:

    Dear Becky and Family,

    I will always remember that wonderful smell in your house from your Mom’s candlemaking when we were growing up. She was such a sweet lady. God Bless you during this difficult time.

    Linda
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Mike and Dorothy (Clark) Bletz

    Date: 09-08-13

    Condolence:

    Dear Paul and girls,
    So sorry to hear of your loss. What a great lady Maxine was. We use so many of her recipes from the PPG cookbook. What a great cook she was. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
    Mike and Dorothy
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Mindy (Utz) Mess

    Date: 09-08-15

    Condolence:

    Becky,

    I am so sorry to hear the news of your moms passing. May God carry you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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    Family_of: Aunt Maxine
    Your_Name: Vaunie

    Date: 09-08-15

    Condolence:

    Uncle Paul, Becky, Terri & Sarah every memory i have of Aunt Maxine is a positive one. My heart hurts for the loss you are experiencing. Her teachings will echo to us all. It helps to know she is in a much better place, and no longer suffers. All my love. Great memories. And Prayers.
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    Family_of: Maxine Thomas
    Your_Name: Inez Armstrong

    Date: 09-09-14

    Condolence:

    My Dearest Becky… I’m so very sorry to hear of your mother passing and so sorry that I haven’t sent condolences sooner. My very deepest sympathy & love to you & your family. God bless you always.

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