Maxine Penas

1946–2008 (age 62)

Biography

Maxine Penas brightened every gathering with her infectious kindness, welcoming newcomers and offering support to those facing struggles in the Saint Mary community.

Her family recalls her as a devoted mother and steadfast friend, and the legacy of her compassion endures near Saint Mary Cemetery where she rests.

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