Maxima Tan Gozum was born in San Luis, Pampanga, Philippines on December 27, 1931 to Remigia Tetangco and Francisco Tan. She departed her earthly life on May 12, 2020. Maxima was a beloved teacher in the Philippines before moving to America. She enjoyed collecting mementos of her grandchildren, watching Filipino soap operas, going to casinos. She's also a devoted catholic and prays the rosary everyday.
Maxima is survived by her husband Penaflor Gozum and sister Rosalinda Gonzales. They have 6 children Larry, Annie, Len, Mario, Ferdie and Nestor (Jhun). She also has 16 grandchildren Jennifer, Jayel, Boom, Nina, Red, Elijah, Daniel, Mariell, Mitch, Keisha, AJ, Ian, Josh, Jojo, Yssa and Joseph. She also has three 3 great grandchildren Jacob, Hannah and Aubrey.
She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews Delilah, Jomar, Jomer, Joy, Ronald, Nino, Wewe, Leah, Blessie, Mai-Lin, Ma-an.