Maxine E. Holzer
May 4, 1935 ~ December 12, 2020
Born in: Geneva, Pennsylvania
Maxine E. Holzer, 85, of Meadville, passed away, Saturday, December 12, 2020 unexpectedly at her residence. She was born on May 4, 1935 in Geneva, Pennsylvania a daughter of Alfred Grinnell and Kathryn Anthony Grinnell. She married George O. Holzer on September 14, 1957. He preceded her in death on July 17, 2018.
She was a graduate of Cambridge Springs High School and was a member of Saint Brigid Roman Catholic Church where she served with the Altar Rosary Society and the Catholic Daughters of America.
Maxine had a heart of gold and enjoyed helping others. She was both President and Vice-President of the Women's American Legion in Meadville as well as both President and Vice-President of the Eagles Club in Meadville. She also served people in need at the YWCA Thanksgiving dinners.
Maxine loved her children and was extremely grateful to have four wonderful grandchildren. She will be remembered for her lively personality and witty responses. She was strong and resolute, while extending a helping hand where she saw need.
She is survived by two sons, David Holzer and his wife Cheryl of Ohio and Ernie Holzer and his wife Kate of Ohio; four grandchildren; five special nieces, Rose, Sharon, Bridget, Robyn and Terri; and a special nephew, Gary.
In addition to her husband, George, she was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Robert Holzer; seven sisters; and four brothers.
Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic services will be private but will be available for virtual attendance via webcast on Maxine's Book of Memories online at www.warrenfh.com on Saturday, December 19th at 1:30pm. Go to Maxine's page and click on the webcast link below.
Burial will take place in Saint Agatha Cemetery, Meadville.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be made in Maxine's memory to the Crawford County Humane Society, 11012 Kennedy Hill Road, Meadville, Pennsylvania 16335.
Arrangements are in the care of Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 544 Chestnut Street, Meadville.
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There was a lot of sweetness within this tough lady! Your spitfire personality will be a special memory. Your strength was expressed by your countless thoughtful gestures that will be remembered and cherished by many. God bless you as you rejoice in Heaven with George, Bobby, and many others. Thank you for being such a remarkable part of our lives. You will be dearly missed, Mom, Grandma, and Maxine. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
We are so sorry to hear of Max’s passing. There will never be another Max. She was a hoot and we just loved here. So kind hearted and spunky. You will be missed sweet lady RIP! ❤
My second Mother who was always there for me and anyone that was in need. I will truly miss her and her strong support. Thank you for being in my life. It is richer because of you. You are no longer in pain and you can now ride your bike again. I love you.
To Aunt Max, I will miss seeing you riding up and down the streets of Meadville. May you Rest In Peace.
My condolences to the entire family. Sorry, Ernie, Ky cry. Hugs to all of you.
Max you will be missed but not forgotten by those who came into your life. RIP
So sorry, she was always so sweet to me.
Max, I will always keep you close. You are one of the best people I have ever met. I will always think of you and your spitfire personality every time I see something “sparkly” and remember our many conversations and all the advice you gave. I will forever say that I hope I am just like you when I get older. RIP….. until we meet again my friend.
My condolences to the family! One of the sweetest women I have ever known! Spent countless days as a young girl and a adult sitting on the porch with Mrs. Maxine. She had some stories to tell! Such a beautiful spirit! RIP beautiful!
Max, I’m so saddened to hear of your passing, my deepest condolences to your family. You will be greatly missed, you were a beautiful soul. I love you.
To the family of Maxine Holzer,
sorry to hear about Maxine
Maxine was a very caring person. she loved to help anyone that needed help she was my neighbor I will
miss her dearly I always helped her when she needed help if she needed anything she would call me to come up and help. I just made her some Christmas nick knacks for Christmas and took them up to her on December 10th 2020 she told me that she loved them and they were cute. she will always be in my heart and in my thoughts and prayers. she was like a grandma to me. God bless this family from Debbie and James
Always in our hearts…So very many memories. Love always Bridget and Family❤
To David, and Ernie,
I am so sorry to hear about Maxine. She was an original there will never be another woman like her. I truly admired her spirit. May she Rest In Peace.
I Will miss you Max I found the earrings you gave me last year and yes I will sparkle for you. RIP my friend.
I worked at Aristacare when Maxine would come in to visit her husband nearly every day. She was an amazing woman who was vibrant and loved everyone. She helped everyone around her. She will be sadly missed by all
I’m sorry to hear of Maxine’s passing. We had many enjoyable and interesting conversations at Active Aging.
TO THE FAMILY, Maxine, was such a gentle spirit who truly will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Definitely was well known by many in meadville, LOVED seeing her on her bike and also riding on the cata bus. Well done THY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT OF GOD. See ya on the other side of HEAVEN. REST EASY MY FRIEND ❤❤❤
Maxine was always full of joy and very much in love with the Lord and all his children. I will miss seeing her. May she rest in peace.
God be with the family as they say goodbye to Aunt Max. Meadville will not be the same without her presence on her bicycle. She was an icon in the community and loved by all. She was surely one of a kind. Niece Barbara Jacobs
Maxine always had a vivacious spirit for others and Our Lord. May she Rest In Peace in His Arms, and may all of her loved ones cherish their memories of her exuberant life.
~ Leslie and Patrick Rowe (sister- and brother-in-law of Ern).
She was one of eleven, but truly “One Of A Kind”. Our Aunt Max we remember the beauty of her smile, the strength of her spirit, but most of all the Love in her eyes shining from her heart.
We danced at her wedding when she became Maxine Grinnell Holzer. We sang to the joy of her spirit that day and we will remember her LOVE forever.
With beautiful memories and a love that will be forever we send all of our love. Gary , Sandy & Judy
Our condolences to the family on your loss. We will miss Aunt Max and her sense of humor. We always loved running into her in Meadville.
The Garvin family
Sorry that the due to the pandemic we were not able to attend the service or viewing. Maxine was a beloved officer and the best
that the Eagles Auxiliary could have ever wanted. She was always ready to help or volunteer if needed. She want the Eagles to be the best it could be. She will be truly missed no one will be able to replace her. It was a privilege to have her as an Auxiliary member she will be truly missed. The Auxiliary is donating 100 dollars in her honor to the Humane Society.
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Dear Aunt Max, I have many happy and wonderful memories of spending time with you. I won’t forget when Bobby was diagnosed with Leukemia and had to go to Buffalo for treatment. I’m not sure how it came about but the summer of 1971, I went up with you to keep you company. We would talk into the night and we’d cry for Bobby and all the sick children that were there. Then there was the Easter you asked if I would like to come down and dye eggs with you and the boys. Uncle George wanted to help, so it was his job to put the names on the eggs. Instead of writing Judy, he used a”b” so for awhile I became Juby. What fun we had over the years. You were honored when I asked you to be a bridesmaid when Bob and I got married. My love and tears for you Aunt Max. R.I.P