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Maxine Vickie Clark Hyatt, 80, of Gastonia left this world for her heavenly home on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Caromont Regional Medical Center. She was born in Gaston County, NC on July 18, 1943, to the late Paul Franklin and Janie Dellinger Clark. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Johnny Barnett Hyatt; brother-in-law Randy Hamilton; Sister -in-Law, Brenda Snead, and Cousin Ruth High.
Maxine was a graduate of Bessemer City High School, attended CWC and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in teaching from Appalachian State University. She worked in the Gaston County School system for 30 years before retiring. Maxine loved the Lord and knew where she was going when she left this world. She was a faithful member for over 70 years at First Wesleyan Church in Bessemer City. Maxine loved her family and enjoyed helping others, especially cooking for them. She was also a big fan of Duke basketball and the Atlanta Braves. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend to all. Maxine will truly be missed but will forever be in our hearts.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children Paula Stokes (Bill) and Jimmy Hyatt (Colleen); sister, Judy Clark Hamilton; grandchildren, Warren and Gavin Stokes; great-grandchildren, Melody, Liam, Marli, and Graysen; caregiver, Robbie Heilig; a number of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Maxine’s visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Sisk-Butler Funeral Home. A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 3:00 pm at First Wesleyan Church with Dr. Matt Mitchell and Chandler Ragsdale officiating.
Interment will follow at Westview Gardens. Memorials may be sent to Bessemer City First Wesleyan Building Fund at 510 Alabama Ave., Bessemer City, NC 28016.
To offer condolences, please visit www.siskbutler.com.
Arrangements by Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services, Bessemer City.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
6:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)
Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Starts at 3:00 pm (Eastern time)
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