B. Maxine Cox

March 9, 1926-Jan. 30, 2025

Maxine Cox of Crawfordsville passed away Thursday, Jan. 30th in her home with her family by her side.

She was born March 9, 1926 to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Bush in Sparta, Illinois.  On April 28, 1961 she married Edward B. Cox (now deceased) the love of her life.  They had 59 years together until he passed away on May 10, 2020.

Maxine leaves a daughter, Sharon (Tim) Bushong, a son, Clifton (Debbie) Drane, ex son-in-law, Martin Fleenor and dear friends Bonnie Hopkins and Nancy Tate.  She also leaves several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, two step-granddaughters, three nieces and three nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a daughter, a grandson and two brothers.

She loved bowling, crocheting, flowers and puzzles.  She loved her grandchildren dearly and loved spending time with them.  Maxine worked at J. C. Penney for 12 years.

Visitation will begin at 12 Noon on Saturday, Feb. 8th at Burkhart Funeral Home, 201 West Wabash.  Services will begin at 1 PM, led by Pastor Gary Edwards.  After the service, she will be laid to rest at Greenlawn Cemetery in Darlington.