On Tuesday, November 25, 2014 of New Carrollton, MD, formerly of College Park, MD. Beloved wife of the late Stephen S. Maxson. Loving mother of David R. Willcox, Robert E. (Mary E.) Maxson, Sharon (Don) Davis, and the late Gary G. Maxson. Cherished grandmother of Joshua, Benjamin, Jonathan S., Stephen, Jonathan T., and Amanda Maxson. Great-grandmother of six. Sister of Charles E., David A., and Clyde C., Gates. Preceded in death by her longtime friend and dance partner Dale Ernest. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association, 3700 Pender Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22030