Veronica Maxwell

Obituary For Veronica Maxwell

Veronica Maxwell, 58, passed on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 in Columbus, GA.

Graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M EST on Friday, September 13,2024 at Ft.Mitchell National Cemetery with Rev.Burnette officiating.Public viewing is 12:00-5:00 P.M. EST.

Veronica Denise Willis was born on April 27, 1966, in Springvale, Georgia, to Minnie Bell Davis and Jim Tom Willis. As the eldest of three siblings to include sister, Kristi Shorter Crawford and brother, Artelious Shorter III.

Veronica attended Winterfield Elementary School, Marshall Middle School, and Kendrick High School, where she graduated in the Class of 1984. During her high school years, she participated in ROTC, which led her to the army reserves. Despite her dedication to service, her passion for caring for others called her to a new path, and she left the army to pursue nursing at Columbus Technical College.

In 1991, Veronica welcomed her one born son, Joseph Ishmael Williams, on October 5th. She later worked at the Sonoco gas station on Forest Road in Columbus, GA, but her natural calling for caregiving became even more prominent as she took on the role of a caretaker for her aunt, Ms. Louies Charles.

On June 3, 1997, Veronica married Richard Earl Maxwell, and together they built a life of love and devotion. As her parents' health began to decline, Veronica became their dedicated caregiver until their passing.

Veronica worked in the mills of Pratt & Whitney and Swift Spinning before transitioning to Houston Sports Medicine Hospital, where she served as a dietary technician. After a hip replacement surgery left her disabled, Veronica turned her focus to her faith. Pursuing her theological studies at Apex School of Theology and earned her certificate in theology.

Veronica was an active member of Grace and Truth Missionary Baptist Church, where she wore many hats, including singing in the choir, serving as secretary, treasurer, and other various roles. Her church family remembers her as a kind and dedicated servant of God who brought light to every role she undertook.

Her greatest blessings came with the birth of her only two grandchildren, Ziniah Williams, and Kinslee Williams. In the years following 2020, Veronica’s health began to decline, and was called home on September 4, 2024.

Veronica leaves behind to cherish her memories a devoted husband, son, granddaughters and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.