Jack Maxwell was born on September 11, 1940 in Spiro, Oklahoma to J.C. and Irene Maxwell and passed away on March 5, 2026 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He went to his eternal home at the age of 85.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ronnie Maxwell and Jerry Maxwell; and the mother of his children, wife, and friend, Chicquietta Maxwell.
Survivors include one daughter, Lisa Guthrie and husband Monty; one son, Jud Maxwell; four grandchildren, Tyler Guthrie and wife Stephanie, Addie McConnell and husband Zak, Mallory Maxwell, and Mia Maxwell; and four great-grandchildren; Paizley, and Porter McConnell, and Cade, and Collins Guthrie. He is also survived by one brother, Larry Maxwell and wife Lori; two sisters, Sue Maxwell and Paulette Perry; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.
Jack attended Spiro Schools and graduated in 1958. He later attended Eastern State College and Northeastern State University, where he played football and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. It was during his college years that he met his wife and lifelong companion.
Following graduation, Jack enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He attended Officers Candidate School in Quantico, Virginia in 1963 before reporting to Pensacola, Florida in January 1964 for flight training. After eighteen months of flight school, he received his wings in June of 1965 and achieved the rank of First Lieutenant.
Jack was later stationed at the Santa Ana Air Facility associated with El Toro Marine Corps Base in California before being deployed to Vietnam in 1966. While serving in Vietnam, he flew the twin-engine H-46 helicopters for thirteen months before returning home in September of 1967.
In February 1968, he was stationed in the Caribbean, including Saint Thomas in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. His final duty station was Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base in Jacksonville, North Carolina, where he had attained the rank of Captain. Jack completed his service and was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps on June 1, 1968.
Jack will be remembered for his service to his country, his dedication to his family, and the many friendships he formed throughout his life.
The family would like to acknowledge Dave Perry, Mark Cox, Ron Lawson, Mike Rose, Barry Harrison Jr., David Rose, and Todd Martin, who will serve as honorary pallbearers.
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