Vernon Maxey
Vernon Ray Maxey, 72, of Tuppers Plains, OH passed away at 2:30 A.M., Sunday, May 15, 2016 in his home.
Vernon was born on Aug. 9, 1943 in Uneeda, WV to Bulah (Adkins) and Vivian Maxey. He grew up surrounded by family and learning the value of hard work. He moved to Meigs County, OH in 1957. He worked as a farm hand on the Damewood farm, where he met his future wife Mary Lee (Damewood). They married on April 4. 1970 and they had two sons, Tony and Sean. He retired from the Carpenters Local 650 in early 2000's. His focus after that was on his family, friends and his gardens. He was always quick to serve and to help when he could in his quiet way. Vernon was a Navy veteran and a member of the VFW Post 9053.
He is survived by two sons, Tony (Crissy) of Reedsville, OH and Sean (Amy) of Calamet City, IL; his grandkids, Danielle of The Plains, OH, Devon of Reedsville, OH and Isabelle , Caleb, Eleanor, Olivia and Sophia of Calumet City, IL; his siblings, Eugene, Norman, Clyde, Delores and Cathy and their families along with many close family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; sisters Carolyn and Zenola and his granddaughter, Victoria.
Graveside services will be held at 11 A.M., Thursday, May 19, 2016 at Sandhill Cemetery in Long Bottom, OH with Wayne Dunlap officiating.
There will be no visitation.
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