Maxine A. Van Mater, age 88, of Friendship, Wisconsin passed away October 31, 2009 at Moundview Memorial Hospital & Clinics in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 2, 2009 at the Quincy Cemetery, town of Quincy, Adams County Wisconsin. Bishop Gerald Jaquith will officiate.
Maxine was born September 14, 1921 in Kansas City, Missouri to Henry and Ora (Duffey) McMillan. She married William Van Mater on August 3, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois.
Maxine was a member of the LDS Church for many years. She enjoyed cooking for family get togethers and spending time with her family, especially at Christmas time. Maxine also very much loved flowers and gardening.　
She was preceded in death by her husband: William Van Mater; son: William "Billy" Van Mater; parents: Henry & Ora McMillan; one brother: William; and two sisters: Beatrice & Lavaughn.
Survivors:
Son: Alan Van Mater of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Susan Pharis of Friendship, Wisconsin
Grandson: David (Andrea) Pharis of Valencia, California
Great Grandsons: Kyle & Dylan Pharis of Valencia, California
Granddaughter: Melissa Pharis of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Great Grandson: Taylor Roughen of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Lisa (Arron) Halfman of Valencia, California
Granddaughter: Crystal Pharis of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Colleen (Donald) Griffie of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Tammy (Tim) Stephan of Oxford, Wisconsin
Great Granddaughter: Amanda of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Great Great Grandchildren: Alexis & Benjamin of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Grandson: Tony Griffie of Portage, Wisconsin
Brother in law: Eugene Van Mater of Friendship, Wisconsin
Brother in law: Edward Van Mater of Friendship, Wisconsin
My thoughts and prayers are with you Al and family. God Bless ya ll.
So sorry to hear about your Mom Al. May God Bless You All.
To Bud, Susan, Alam, & family, Maxine was a very special lady. She always had a smile for a person. We have to say that she was a great cook too. We had a few meals at the Fire Station that she made. Keep all those memories close and remember that she loved you all very much. Our deepest condolences at this difficult time. Chuck and Barb
May God comfort you during this difficult time. As you comfort each other remember Maxine.
Susan i am so sorry on your loss. i loved taking care of maxine at the hospital in the nursing home. i could tell her anything. i dont remember if she got to see my son. hes 2 and a half. she will b missed dearly.