Stephen Edwin Maxwell

stephen maxwell

July 19, 1953 ~ December 22, 2021

Born in: Buncombe County, NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

Asheville- Stephen “Steve” Edwin Maxwell, age 68, of Asheville NC died Wednesday, December 22nd, 2021.

Stephen was born July 19, 1953, in Asheville, NC to parents Clyde and Adelia Maxwell. Stephen spent his life in Asheville and worked in construction having built many homes in the area. He took immense pride in maintaining his family property and has kept it beautifully maintained for decades. Stephen in his lifetime enjoyed hunting, raising dogs, mountain biking, hiking, being in nature, landscaping and socializing with the people he loved. He enjoyed helping friends and neighbors.

Stephen is survived by his daughter Heidi Zaffos (Phil) of Marietta, GA, grandchildren Adelaide and Ezra; sister, Debbie Sammeth (Rus) of Greenville, SC; niece, Lisa Rourk (Keith) of Greenville SC, and nephew Scott Cornwell of New York, NY.

Stephen was a humble and devoted man with a childlike faith, resolute integrity and an unwavering loyalty. His greatest joys were his 2 grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the John F. Keever Solace Center, where Steve entered his heavenly home.

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  1. Steve and the entire Maxwell family have meant so much to our family for many years. Steve was not only a neighbor but a great friend. He taught me a lot about building while we had fun doing it. Steve loved and adored his family and grand children. He will be greatly missed in this community but we will continue his legacy and good humor. Prayers to Heidi, Phil and the grandchildren as they move forward each day.

  2. Steve was a great man. He knew hard work and compassion. He is with his father now , both earthly and heavenly.

  3. So sorry to the family for your loss. Steve was such a great person and was a good friend. I wish we had stayed in touch all these years.


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