Maxine Catherine Brosius' Obituary
Maxine Catherine 'Gramma Bee' Brosius, 93, of Poquoson, VA formerly of Decatur, IL and Champaign, IL passed away on Monday April 22, 2013 in Riverside Regional Medical Center surrounded by her family.
Maxine was born on February 13, 1920 in Decatur the daughter of Erney W. and Catherian (Schmidt) Gentry. She married Robert James Brosius on May 2, 1942 in Decatur. He preceded her in death on March 28, 1979.Maxine traveled all over the world during her husband's Air Force career. She participated in numerous volunteer organizations, including Catholic daughters of America and Covenant Resale of Champaign, IL.
Surviving are her sister, Betty Renfro of Parma, OH; sons, Robert D. Brosius (Loretta) of Hinckley, OH; James T. Brosius (Joan) of Chagrin Falls, OH; Stephen E. Brosius (Janet) of Poquoson, VA; Roger C. Brosius (Christine) of St. Joseph, IL; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Mary Catherine and sons, Charles Richard and Jack Milton.
Gramma 'Bee' as she was fondly called by her grandchildren will be dearly missed by her family and all of the lives she touched.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 AM Monday, April 29, 2013 in St. James Catholic Church of Decatur. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery of Decatur. Memorials are suggested to Ss. James and Patrick Parish or charity of donor's choosing.
The family of Maxine Catherine Brosius being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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