Mrs. Maxine S. Holifield (Mackie), 91, passed peacefully from this life May 11, 2022 at her home. Born in 1931 in Laurel, MS., Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, Hosea Smith and Janie Mozingo Smith; her husband Reverend Lavon Holifield; brothers Charles Smith, James Smith, and O'Neal Smith; and her sister, Lois Merle Crocker (Sissy). Maxine is survived by her daughters Sue Bridges (George), Lynn Holifield; son Larry Holifield; granddaughter Sonya Bridges of Columbus, MS; and a host of cherished nieces and nephews.

Maxine graduated from Myrick School where she enjoyed playing basketball and making life-long friends. She married her husband, Lavon, and shortly thereafter became a homemaker and mother. After a few years of marriage, Maxine and Lavon moved to Texas so that they could attend Wesley Bible College. Afterwards, Maxine dedicated over 60 years to being a pastor's wife. She taught Sunday school, led dozens of vacation Bible schools, and performed countless other duties associated with church ministry.

As a mother, Maxine leaves behind an example of unconditional love and devotion. She was the best grandmother (Nana) that ever lived. Maxine was known across the South for being an exceptional cook and enjoyed making others happy with food she prepared. In retirement years, she enjoyed traveling, having lunch with friends and family, and gardening.

A celebration of life will be held at Lake CMC in Laurel, MS. Sunday, May 15, 2022 with visitation at 1:30pm and services beginning at 2:30pm and interment will follow at Lake Cemetery. Reverend Randy Cook, Reverend Jimmy Holder, Reverend  Phil Smith, and Reverend Dave Moran will officiate. Pallbearers are Hosey Smith (Robby), Jerad Sellers, Tyler Smith, Chris Hinton, Austin Mullins, and Anthony Winters. Honorary pallbearers are Gary Crocker and Reverend Ovee Cornell.

The family would like to thank Rose Gray, Linda Parker Sellers, Shannon Hinton, Julie Eaton, Katie Barnett, and Vanessa Worsham for taking such good care of their mother and Nana. Also, A special thanks to Jamie Smith and Annelle McGill for all their support and kindness.