Frankie Isabelle Abbott Maxwell
July 1, 1925 ~ May 4, 2017
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Frankie Isabelle Abbott Maxwell, a long time resident of Givens Estates and short term resident of Arbor Terrace, died May 4, 2017.
Frankie was born July 1, 1925 in Fayetteville, North Carolina to Harry Raymond and Ila Queen Abbott. After her father's untimely death in 1930, she was raised by a loving stepfather, Torrence Ingold. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Donald Abbott and Raymond Abbott (Rose).
She was raised in Charlotte and graduated from Harding High School in the mid 1940s.
Frankie met the love of her life, the late Samuel Percy Maxwell, at a Victory Belle Dance at Douglas field. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-laws: Britt and Sam Shearman of Laie, Hawaii and Rhonda and Pete Latrella of Arden; a granddaughter, Brittany Vandeputte of Scotia, NY, her sons, Sam and John, and 2 grandsons, Pete Latrella and Doug Poehler. She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, six great great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, Myrtle Maxwell Grant and Anne Jackson Abbott, and two brothers-in-law, Clyde E Maxwell and John B Maxwell.
Frankie was a founding member of Arden Presbyterian Church. She was active in many civic organizations and was President of Women in Construction, Valley Springs PTA and others. She loved bridge and game nights with friends and was a tremendous inspiration to everyone around her. She loved her Lord and was looking forward to a big reunion with loved ones in Heaven.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 6, 2017 in the Chapel of Arden Presbyterian Church with Ron Shaw officiating. The family will receive friends at the church following the service. Interment will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Enka.
Flowers are appreciated, but for those who choose, memorial donations may be made to either Arden Presbyterian Church, 2215 Hendersonville Road, Arden, NC 28704 or to Four Seasons Compassion For Life Hospice, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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Mrs. Myrtle and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your sister-in-law.
You and all your family are in our prayers.
I met Ms.Maxwell 50 years ago. She was working at 20th Century Heating. My husband then was employed there it was his first job he was young but he always told me how kind she was to him. After I met her I feel in love with her also. He worked there 10 years. Took his contractors exams passed and we opened our own business but we never forgot the kindness he received from your mom. I’m sure she is celebrating in heaven with those that have gone before her..Our prayers and thoughts are with you
Rhonda and Britt.. we are so sorry at the passing of your Mom. Your parents were the best part of living on a Blake Drive. I’m sure they are together now. Every time I drive on the street I see the lights your Dad helped put up and am reminded of memories of our child hood! Bless you!
Sincerely,
The Duckers
Glenna Moye, Pam Ducker McClure and Steve Ducker
Brenda and Rhonda,
So sorry to learn about your mother’s death. Pam and I have so many fond memories of our childhood years with your family. There was never more fun to be had than when the Patton’s, Worley’s and Maxwell’s got together. Parents like ours were special. They taught us to have fun, enjoy good friends and love Jesus. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult days.
Vicki & Pam
Rhonda, your mom was a special lady! I am sure that her and your dad and my grandparents, Ralph and Dot Bull.are having a ball! Sending.prayers to you and your family!