Maxine Blair Braxton Crawford

Maxine Blair Braxton Crawford, 82, of Asheboro, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Randolph Hospice House.

Maxine was born on July 17, 1944, the firstborn child of Harold and Alma Braxton in the Snow Camp area of Alamance County. She grew up on the family dairy farm near her grandparents, aunts, uncles, and many cousins. As a child, Maxine helped out with farm chores and was heavily involved in her church and local 4-H clubs.

Maxine was a graduate of Southern Alamance High School and the dental hygiene program at the University of North Carolina Dental School. She practiced dental hygiene for 60 years, serving several generations of local families and retired only 2 years ago. Maxine’s co-workers and patients were her second family, and she loved them all dearly.

Maxine had a lifelong love of music, outdoor activities, and watching the UNC Tarheels play basketball. Maxine cherished her family and was immensely proud of and enthusiastically supported her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren in all of their endeavors.

Maxine will always be remembered for her incredible strength, work ethic, and devotion to her family. She approached life with a humble spirit and unwavering positive attitude. Maxine was immensely kind, with her gentle nature shining through in everything she did.

In addition to her parents, Maxine is preceded in death by her sister, Phyllis West; and former spouse, Charles Crawford.

Maxine is survived by her daughter, Michelle Crawford (Brian Joura) of Asheboro; son, Geoff Crawford (Tracey) of Asheboro; grandchildren, Shea (John), Sam (Sophia), Trent, Jenna, and Casey; great-grandchildren, Jack and Luke; her nieces and nephews, Reagan (Jeff), Blair (Andrew), Braxton (Carrie); her dearest friends and co-workers, Sherrie Gillispie and Dr. and Mrs. John Darwin; and close family friend LaWanda Winningham.

No services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice.