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1927 - 2013
 Maxine Virginia Babbitt age 85 went to be with the Lord on Friday March 8, 2013 at Zeeland Community Hospital. She was born March 17, 1927 in Antrim County, Custer Township, Michigan the daughter of Laura and Delbert Mason. In 1946 she married Maurice Babbitt of Grayling. She was preceded in death by her husband Maurice in 1999, her son Melvin in 2001 and also by 13 of her brothers and sisters.
Maxine was retired from the Greenville Public Schools as a custodian at GHS and Baldwin Heights School for many years. She enjoyed feeding and watching the birds and loved flowers and giving Art input on what to plant in his garden. She really enjoyed having Manzo and M visit her in the nursing home and having Kira read to her.
Surviving are her children; Mike and Hilda Babbitt of Middleville, Margaret and Art Cox of Gowen, Max and Jill Babbitt of Sheridan, Mark and Sue Babbitt of Holland, her daughter-in-law Barbara Babbitt of Gowen, sister Beatrice Ransom of Remus, several grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Also surviving are her in laws,Doris and Betty Mason both of Bellaire, Jim and Shirley Petrie of East Jordan, Edna Babbitt of Grayling, Joyce Babbitt of Byron Center Bruce and Alta Babbitt of Escanaba and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on her birthday, Sunday March 17, 2013 at 2 PM at Hurst Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Mel Trotter Ministries |
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Rhoda Thomas Miller
Tuesday March 19, 2013 at
4:06 PM
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Just learned of Maxine's passing...I have so many wonderful memories of our families spending so much time together so many years ago. Your parents were the best, and we are so sorry to hear that your Mama has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Mike, Margaret, Max and Mark.
Nelson & Joy Thomas and family
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Jim & Bonnie Dakin
Thursday March 14, 2013 at
11:23 PM
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Max, Jill & family - we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Losing parents is a hard adjustment to go through. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Jim & Bonnie
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Les Gleason Algren
Thursday March 14, 2013 at
12:27 PM
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Dear Max, I always remember your mom being so nice at school, although I never realized back then that she was your mother. Losing a parent is so hard; try to remember all the good memories and keep them alive in your heart. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Neil and Judie Schmachtenberger
Sunday March 10, 2013 at
1:17 PM
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Dear Friends Max and Jill,
Neil and I cannot tell you how sorrowful we felt this morning to learn of Maxine's homegoing. We were just discussing about your mom and her contribution to the schools with her work there. She was always faithful and wore a wonderful smile.
God be with you as you journey through this transition, as He has promised. May you keep the many wonderful memories of her close.
Neil and Judie Schmachtenberger
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David & Tamara Gonzalez
Saturday March 9, 2013 at
4:25 PM
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Margaret and family, Our deepest condolences for your loss. Maxine was a dear friend and was loved by Tamara and I as well as the kids.
May you experience the grace, peace and love of Jesus through this time.
Sincerely,
The Gonzalez Family
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