Maxine Seitz Propst, 87, of Morganton, NC, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Born in Burke County, NC on June 12, 1938, she was the daughter of the late John Henry Seitz, Sr. and Ann Dale Seitz.
Maxine was an active member of Zion Memorial United Methodist Church, where she had served as president of the UMW, secretary/treasurer of the UMW, was a Sunday school teacher, and at large board member. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and homemaker. Maxine worked as an outlet store manager, Calvary Day School worker, and babysitter.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Jerry Lynn Propst; sons, Tim Propst (Nancy) and Todd Propst (Juliet); grandchildren, Joshua (Meredith), Shannon (Sam), and Caitlin (Mike); great-grandchildren, Ezra, Oakley, Juniper, Bella, and Nova; sister, Margaret Seitz; sister-in-law, Lynn Seitz; family in Michigan: Nancy’s brother, Bob (Cathy); and family in Maine: Nancy’s sons, Doug (Jennifer) and Don (Penny); four step-great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Henry Seitz, Jr.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Zion Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Allen Boliek and Rev. Dr. Stephen Pickard officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice (amoremsupport.org/donate).
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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We are so very sorry for your loss! Maxine was a beautiful lovely lady she was so sweet to me always! Prayers for peace and comfort! Love & prayers!
While I did not know Maxine very well personally, she was always spoken of fondly by those I knew her through and will always remain a warm presence even in memory. May she rest in peace. My condolences.
Maxine was a dear friend , more like a sister to me . We had a lot of good fellowship with Jerry and Maxine, I will miss her, but I know she is not in any pain anymore. May God bless the family , know I love you all.
Maxine was caring and kind, and welcomed me wholeheartedly into the family with so much love. She and Jerry were supportive of my daddy during his dark times; their love was healing for him, and without that I might never have known my family. Her affectionate marriage and commitment to her family was inspiring. I'll treasure the memory of the big smiles she always had for my babies. I know she'll be missed.
So sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers and always in our hearts. Going to miss that big smile that would make my dark day bright.
I feel blessed to have known Maxine and have had the privilege to live next to such great neighbors. She will surely be missed
Every interaction with you was bright and beautiful. You always said my name with a smile. I said to your granddaughter many times that your the love you and your husband shared was a goal in relationships. I am so grateful for having met you and thankful for Shannon introducing us.
One and only Rebel child from a family meek and Mild.. my mama seemed to know what lay in store.. There must be a special place in heaven reserved for mothers of wild and rambunctious boys. Not always patient, but always , always kind and fair. I will miss her telling me to " be careful in the morning " Mom and dad we're married 63 years ..when she would ask his opinion on some matter he'd say.." whatever suits you,.. Just tickles me to death. " now thats love. Rest in peace Mama.
So very sorry for your loss. We re praying for all of your family.