Beth was the co-founder of Maxwell Hardwood Flooring, along with her husband, Tommy Maxwell, where she served as Vice-President of the company. She used her teaching skills in training and development, which was key to the success and growth of the company. She was an instrumental supporter of NOFMA from the early years, believing strongly in its mission. She co-wrote the one and only NOFMA Flooring Sidematcher manual, which is used in mills across the country today. She worked tirelessly to help support the people who worked for the company and loved them dearly.
Beth was a member of First United Methodist Church of Monticello. She served the Lord steadfastly. She was a fervent prayer warrior and showed His love to others in every way she could. In 2023, she finished her 31st year of supporting the Monticello High School football team and coaches, delivering over 25,000 candy bars, encouraging messages, constant prayers, and her testimony of Jesus in her life. She spoke words of wisdom over more than a generation of young men in Drew County.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ecil and Sadie Gibbs Burchfield, a brother Kenneth Burchfield, niece, Ophelia ''Opie'' Baker, and her grandparents, Lonnie and Dora Lee Gibbs and Leroy and Ophelia Burchfield.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Thomas Vance Maxwell, daughter and husband, Kristi and Dustin Prince, son, Thomas Wilson ''Wil'' Maxwell, her four grandchildren, Sarah Marie Prince, Rachel Lee Prince, Adelyn Elizabeth Maxwell, and Andrew Wilson Maxwell, all of Monticello; a sister, Melonie Fineout and husband, Tommy, of Sulphur Springs, Texas; nieces, Ana (Jesse) Lemons, of Plano, TX, Lily (Drew) Payne of Little Rock, AR, and nephew, John Thomas Fineout of Odessa, TX. She had many special friends, a wonderful small group, and a community that she touched forever. The family would like to issue a special thank you to her loving and caring caregivers, Shannon Pace, Mae Lee Miller, Cherry Miller, Liz Jones, Deonnia Brown, Laura Briseno and Lily Briseno.
Serving as active pallbearers are Blake Maxwell, Jon Schell, Dr. Michael Fakouri, Derrick Johnson, Jonathan Bryant, Brian Hargis, Reggie Binns and Kerwin Coleman. Honorary pallbearers are Coach Johnny McMurry, Coach Van Paschall, Coach Buck James, Coach Marty Davis, Coach Rick Young, Coach Greg Tiner, Coach Robbie Coplin, Coach Randy Harvey, Coach Seth Oxner and Coach Imani Riley.
Celebration of Life Services for Beth will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 21, 2024, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Brian Diffee and Rev. Lori Fallon officiating. A reception will be held immediately following the service at 3:00 p.m. in the Church's Family Life Center. Memorials may be made to the Billie Foundation Fund, First United Methodist Church and Hope Place. You can sign Beth's guestbook page on this page.
''All the Billies that I've been allowed to join their season and locker rooms, what an honor and privilege to go before Almighty God's Throne to pray for each coach and player and their families!!! To God Be All The Glory!
- Beth
Condolences(28)
Terri and Gary Birkett
Stuart, VA Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Beth was a force in the industry and we appreciated her and the entire Maxwell family.Terri and Gary
Laci Harris
Monticello, AR Friday, January 26, 2024 Mrs. Beth was a true staple to Monticello and loved by so many. It was always extra special to cheer on the Billies with her in the stands. Sending our love and prayers to all during this difficult time.Archey Lee
Longview, AR Tuesday, January 23, 2024 R.I.L. to a Wonderful, Beautiful, & Caring Soul. Prayers & Condolences to the Maxwell Family.Brenda Wright Griffin
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 Tommy, I am so sorry for your loss. Beth was a wonderful, sweet lady. I enjoyed knowing her. Praying for you and family.Bruce and Lou Anne Anderson
Warren, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 Tommy and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.Ramona Childers Savage
Crossett, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 Tommy, so sorry to hear of Beth's passing. She was such a sweet and loving person. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and your family.Carl and Diane Lucky
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 While Beth was small in stature, she made an immeasurable impact on so many people. Her mission in life was clearly to make a positive impact on the lives of others. She will be missed and remembered by many.Jeremy & Stacie Vincent
Pine Bluff, AR, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 Ms. Beth was beacon of light and supported Lady Billies' basketball in so many ways. I will truly miss her presence at the games and providing words of encouragement. May God bless you all.Reathel Privett
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 So sorry for your loss. She will be truly missed is our community. Many prayers for all of the family!JOHNNIE PARKER ANGLE AND FELTON PARKER
CONWAY, AR Sunday, January 21, 2024 TOMMY AND FAMILIES, WE WERE SO SADEN TO HERE OF OUR DEAR FRIEND PASSING. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU BETH. YOU WAS ONE OF A KIND. BUT WE WILL MEET YOU ON OUR GREAT DAY IN HEAVEN. NOW YOU CAN REST WITHOUT PAIN. RIP OUR FRIEND. PRAYING FOR THE FAMILIES.Tony and Pamela Blann
Crossett, AR Saturday, January 20, 2024 Tommy and family! I wish I had a chance to get to know Beth, I really enjoyed visiting with her when y’all came to Becky’s with Shannon for supper! You could just see her beaming with love in her heart! We will be praying for your family in the days ahead.Tony and Pamela Pace Blann
Lisa burks forrest
Gardners, PA Saturday, January 20, 2024 Ms. Beth was a very caring and loving lady. Mr.Tommy, Kristi and Wil. I got all of y'all in my thoughts and Prayers.Rita and Sam Johnson
Dallas, TX Saturday, January 20, 2024 Tommy, We are so sorry for your loss of Beth.Chuck and Regina Lanehart
Wilmar, AR Saturday, January 20, 2024 Thoughts and prayers for the family. So very sorry for your loss. Ms. Beth was one of a kind. We loved hearing her cheer on the Billies!Beverly Kelly Davis
Warren, AR Saturday, January 20, 2024 Dear Family, what an example of Loving like Jesus that our precious Beth lived. What precious memories she has left us to cherish. All of Heaven welcomed her into the presence of our Lord. She will be greatly missed but may God fill that void with His Grace and Peace. Sending love and prayers,Beverly Kelly Davis
Chet and Kelly Davis Brown
Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Saturday, January 20, 2024 To Beth's family, I am sorry for the passing of your loved one. Beth was a special lady and a Monticello icon. She had a positive impact on anyone she met. You all have my prayers of comfort at this sad time.Jane Lipton
England, AR Saturday, January 20, 2024 Tommy our prayers are with you and your precious family . We loved Beth and the special memories we have will be cherished. Please extend our love to Kristi and Wil.Rank Thomas
Minden, LA Saturday, January 20, 2024 I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Beth. My condolences. You will be in my prayers. By the way you were always one of mothers favorites.April Beall (Ashton)
Plano, TX Saturday, January 20, 2024 Aunt Beth is such a special person. I am honored to have spent time with her years ago when visiting Arkansas with Ana. Thank you, Lord, for how you used Aunt Beth to show your love to others.Prayers for you all!
Linda Barnett
Monticello, AR Friday, January 19, 2024 So sorry to hear about the death of a fine Christian, very precious lady! She was always smiling, loving, happy & cheerful. She amazed me how she dealt with her health problems. She is now in heaven feeling no pain & praising her JESUS!! May you all have “peace that passeth all understanding”. Love all the family.Relonda Batts
Monticello, AR Friday, January 19, 2024 There is so much that I can say about Mrs Beth. She was one of the most caring and loving persons that I have ever met. The love and kindness that she showed spoke for everything about her. She would always put people before herself to make sure they were ok, but she made sure she was covered as well. I LOVE YOU MRS BETH and THANK YOU for EVERYTHING that you were a part of in my life. There will ALWAYS be a special place in my heart for you that will live within me....Mr. Tommy, Kristi, Will, grands, and family I send my love to the each of you and I will be lifting you ALL up in prayer❤️Janie & Larry Fuller
Haymarket, VA Friday, January 19, 2024 Tommy & FamilyWe are so sorry Beth has passed🙏🏻
She was a loving woman to everyone who knew her.
We always looked forward to seeing & visiting Beth,
Tommy, & their kids/grandkids every Sunday at FUMC.
You all were supportive of every good deed & Christian endeavor in Drew County.
May God continue Blessing your Family & grant you comfort with His loving care.
Janie & Larry Fuller
Glen Miller
Mountain View, MO Friday, January 19, 2024 Mrs. Beth was one of a kind. Always looking out for the other person and completely devoted to her family and friends. I started in the flooring industry in Stuttgart, AR with Tommy and Beth. Both were very instrumental in me still being in the industry.I wish all the family the best and my prayers go out to Tommy, Kristi, and Will and the grandkids. Take care of each other and may God truly bless you in this hard time.
Glen Miller
Kent & Felicia Davis
Maumelle, AR Thursday, January 18, 2024 She was a great Lady, We are sorry, PrayersLorin E McLoud
WARREN, AR Thursday, January 18, 2024 So sorry for your loss.Prayers for the family.Bill and Harriet Simkins
Warren, AR Thursday, January 18, 2024 Tommy, so sorry for your loss. Beth was a caring, beautiful, giving person. She will be missed by so many. Love and comfort to you and your family.Karen Shull
Asheville, NC Thursday, January 18, 2024 Our Thoughts and Prayers are with are with your wonderful Family.Gennnett Lumber Company
Gene/Terry Smith
Fort Smith, AR Thursday, January 18, 2024 Such a wonderful lady. Always made us feel welcome. Will miss her. praying for her family.