Maxine Smith

Maxine Lois Smith, aged 89 of Kentwood, joined her son, Craig and granddaughter, Anne in heaven on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 69 years, Larry; children, Cathy and Andy Vaseris, Sue and Randy Van Liere; Joni Smith and her special friend, Jeff Davis; grandchildren, Jim Dinan, Leah Philipp, Amanda Graus; great grandchildren, Tyler, and Mason Graus. Maxine had a zest for life and a great sense of humor. She loved to dance with her husband, Larry. She also enjoyed tending her garden and reading good books, but above all else, she loved and cared for her family. She was always quick with a compliment and made others feel good about themselves. She will be deeply missed by those she loved. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Friday, October 20, at 11:30 am at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Kentwood) 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE. A memorial service will follow at 12:00 noon at the funeral home. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the kind people of Spectrum Health Hospice. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.