He was born October 6, 1947 in Galesburg, the son of Leroy and Dana Bocox Maxwell. He married Jacqueline “Jackie” Hiel Williams in 1980 in Galesburg. She preceded him in death on March 31, 2015. He was also preceded in death by his parents and his sister and her husband, Linda and Victor Miller.
Bob is survived by his children, Trisa (Rod) Eiker of Gilson, Patsy (Mike Smith) Gray of Galesburg, Scott (Renee) Maxwell of Abingdon and Corey (Terrence Smith) Maxwell of Galesburg; five grandchildren, Tyler Eiker, Britny, Morgan and Tresten Maxwell and Colby Smith; his step-children, Donna Williams of Chicago, Donnie (Lesley) Williams of Seneca, and Robert Strong of Galesburg; three step-grandchildren, Brandon Cox, Tyler and Spencer Williams and two step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Donnie Maxwell of Galesburg.
He worked at Gates Rubber Company for 10 years. He then worked in construction and owned and operated Maxwell General Contracting for 22 years retiring due to his health. He was a member of the Abingdon Christian Church. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking.
The family would like to thank all the Care Center staff and volunteers and OSF Hospice nurse Patty Boone for the care provided to their father.
Cremation will be accorded. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 25, 2016 at the Abingdon Christian Church, 409 S. Main St. Rev. Darryl McDaniel will officiate. There will be no visitation. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Abingdon Christian Church or Care Center of Abingdon. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.
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