Passed in peace Dec. 3, 2014 at the age of 98. Maxine “Mad Max” Schow, was born Aug. 27, 1916 to Robert and Margret Knots Gourley, in Eureka, Utah. Married to her loving friend for life, John Wellings Schow, on March 30, 1937. Together they had four children: sons Norman and Ray; and daughters Lila and Jolene. Maxine truly loved the outdoors: camping, deer hunting with the entire family and fishing. But a cook and baker she was. So many enjoyed her homemade pies and bread. Her family was her most valued treasure, having four children, nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 18 great-great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children: Lila (Fred) Roberts, Ray (Eileen) Schow, Jolene (Brent) Fields and daughter-in-law, Mary (Norman) Schow. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Margret Gourley; husband; seven siblings; and oldest son, Norman Schow. Viewing will be held at the Brown Family Mortuary, 66 S. 300 East, Santaquin, Utah, Sunday, Dec. 7 from 4-6 p.m. Maxine will be honored at a Celebration of Life and luncheon, presided by her oldest granddaughter, Kathy Anderson, on Dec. 8 from noon-2 p.m. at the Tintic Eureka B.P.O.E. #0711 Lodge, Eureka, Utah. Family and friends are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite photos, stories and memories of Maxine to share during the celebration. Following will be the dedication of grave and burial at the Eureka City Cemetery. The family would like to especially thank all caregivers from the Tooele Rocky Mountain Health Care Center, Pine Mountain Home Health and Hospice and roommate, Crista.