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Maxine Calvert Obituary

Maxine Calvert Goose Creek - Maxine G. Calvert, 82, beloved wife of Harry D. Calvert, passed away on December 20, 2022 in Charleston at a local hospital. Maxine was born in Spartanburg, SC on March 21, 1940. Maxine enjoyed watching NASCAR Racing, working on crossword puzzles, shopping with the grandkids, and spending time with her family. Maxine was a member of Peace Presbyterian Church in Goose Creek. She was formerly employed by Berkeley County School System. Maxine is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Harry; her daughters Diane Compton (David) of Goose Creek, SC and Debbie Calvert of Raleigh, NC; her grandchildren, Carrianne Leschak of Raleigh, NC, Thea Compton of Goose Creek, and Britney Compton of Goose Creek, SC; her sisters-in-law, Vicki Gosnell, Vivian Calvert, and Ruth Hammett; her brother-in-law, Reverend Heyward Calvert; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great- nephews. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Boyd Gosnell, her brother, Harry Gosnell, and her grandchildren, Brandon Compton and Faith Leschak. Maxine's family will receive guests on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, from 11:00am - 12:00pm, followed by a service at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, 869 St. James Avenue in Goose Creek. Interment will follow at Carolina Memorial Gardens, on Rivers Avenue, N. Charleston. Flowers are appreciated or donations may be made in memory of Maxine to the charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation, 869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843)553-1511. Please visit our tribute page at www.mcalister-smith.com/obituaries. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 23 to Dec. 24, 2022.

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Joe Bagwell

December 23, 2022

Susan and I are so sorry to hear about Maxine´s passing. We love you both so much. I think of you as part of my family. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kim McLaren

December 23, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with your family today and throughout this season.

Tom Lindsay

December 22, 2022

Harry, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that you will always have her in your heart. She was always so sweet to us when we were in her company. God bless you as you grieve your loss!!

Sherry Edwards

December 22, 2022

Dear Harry and family, Ivor and I are so sorry to learn of Maxine´s passing. Our heart-felt thoughts and prayers go out to you. Maxine was truly a lovely lady. We are out of town so will not be able to drive down for the services. God bless you.

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27

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11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation - Goose Creek Location

869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445

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27

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12:00 p.m.

McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation - Goose Creek Location

869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445

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