Blaine Richard Maxwell, 92, went home to be with his LORD and SAVIOR on Christmas Day, 2023. Blaine was born February 19, 1931 in Island Pond, VT.

He graduated from Brighton High School and served as a Master Sargent in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Blaine married his bride of over 60 years, Barbara Smith of Derby, following his service in the military.  He worked for the USPS for 30 years in Newport, Morgan and East Charleston. Blaine and Barbara ran a maple sugar operation known as B+B Maple that is still in operation by family. Along with sugaring, they enjoyed gardening together. Blaine loved all things outdoors including hunting, fishing and camping.

The Maxwells enjoyed square dancing in their younger days. They were very involved in the First Congregational Church in Island Pond. Blaine was a member of the VFW and Knights of Pythias.

Blaine was predeceased by his parents Claude and Blanche Maxwell, his dear wife Barbara, his five siblings June Bingham, Dwight Maxwell, Joyce Cross, Robert Maxwell and Doug Maxwell and an infant son.

He will be dearly missed by those he leaves behind: Son, Ronald Maxwell and  wife Debra of Bangor, ME. Daughter Linda and husband David Sykes of Island Pond, Daughter Sherry and husband Jake Kocis of Dale Bluff, TX. 19 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and by 3 sisters-in-law.

The family greatly appreciated the loving in-home care Blaine received by many. They especially want to thank Laura, Krystal, Diane, Sonya and Claudia.

A celebration of life is being planned in the spring. Donations in Blaine's memory can be made to the First Congregational Church of Island Pond, 21 Middle Street, Island Pond, VT 05846. On-line condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.