"Debbie & Gloria, I'm sorry for the loss of your Mother. Keep the wonderful memories close to your heart & may they comfort you in your sadness. May she rest in peace with the Lord. Chris Antoff"
In loving memory of
Maxine Boehmke
Maxine W. Boehmke, 85, of Rushford, MN died on Monday, March 16, 2020, at Winona Health in Winona, MN.
Maxine was born on May 22, 1934, in Peterson, MN to Clifford and Minerva (Flattum) Thompson. She was raised in Peterson and attended Peterson High School. Maxine was united in marriage with Robert Boehmke on February 16, 1952, at Grace Lutheran Church in Peterson. Robert and Maxine farmed for many years. Maxine also worked as a restaurant cook and a home health aide for many years. She was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Rushford where she was active in bible study and worked as the church custodian. Maxine loved playing bingo, gardening, making lefse, and doing embroidery.
She is survived by five children: Debra Manion of Big Lake, MN, Gloria (Rich) Urbick of Minnesota City, MN, Lynne (Allen) Eide of Zimmerman MN, Cindy (Tom) McManimon of Chatfield, MN, and Scott Boehmke of Rushford; ten grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren; three brothers: Ordell (Carolyn), Lyle (Karen), and Stanley Thompson, all of Peterson; and two sisters: Gert Feine of Rushford and Charlene Knutson of Lanesboro.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brother, Erlin; grandson, Tanner; granddaughter, Kari; son-in-law, Gerald Manion; and two brothers-in-law, Ardel Feine and Larry Knutson; two sisters-in-law, Marcella Boehmke and Shirley Bublitz; and by a niece, Kristi Thompson.
Due to the current Corona Virus pandemic, private family services have been scheduled. Burial will be in the Brand Cemetery in Hart, MN.
Please leave a memory of Maxine at www.hofffuneral.com
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"Maxine was always ready to visit whenever I saw her through the years. I had not seen her in the last few years but wish to send my condolences to her family. May happy memories of family times with her bring you peace and comfort at this time."
"Maxine was always so kind and friendly and cheerful. She made the best Ham gravy every Easter and was a dedicated loving mother and grandmother. I will always have good memories of her."
"So very sorry to read this about your Mom Debbie. Our sincere sympathy to you & all your family. This COVID-19 thing sure makes saying goodbye a whole different experience. I hope as much family can be together as possible. Prayers for strength & comfort. Lisa & Brian Jerviss"
"Debbie, I am so sorry that I will not be able to join you and your family during this very sad time for you. Rest assured my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I so enjoyed getting to know your Mom when we were young and hanging out. God bless you all and give you strength at this time. Love to you all, Dian"
"So sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers to you and your familys!"
"So sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family's!"
"Our thoughts are with you and your family "