Maxine Elizabeth McArn

Maxine Elizabeth Lark McArn, of Kansas City, Missouri, was born to Harry J. Lark, Sr., and Ruby D. Simon Lark of Kansas City, Missouri. Maxine graduated from Lincoln High School, Kansas City, MO in 1942, and University of Missouri, Kansas City where she majored in Nursing, and KU Med for her practical training. She loved working in the children’s ward. During this time her mother fell ill, and Maxine made the critical decision to leave the program and care for her mother. God, true to His promise, blessed her obedience to honor her mother.

She was employed by the United States Treasury, Internal Revenue Service for 31 years.

Following her retirement, she channeled her time, resources, and relentless energy into her Family, Community Service, Stratford Estates Neighborhood, and Paseo Baptist Church family. Maxine was a member of Paseo Baptist Church for 66 years, Sunday School Teacher 66 years, Cathedral Choir 66 years, Hannah Circle, Loving, Caring and Sharing Mission, Vacation Bible School, Kitchen Committee, Women’s Retreat, and Children’s Church.

She served on the board of the Stratford Homeowner’s Association. Maxine gave a lifetime of service to her community including AARP Counselor, AARP Chapter 2024, Breast and Cervical Cancer Advisory Committee, Coordinator of Samuel L. Rodger Health Fair, C.L.A.I.M.S. Advisory Board and Westport Co-op Services.

Always in the pursuit of new life experiences, she decided to take organ lessons with her good friend, Hazel Borders. Much to her delight, she became quite proficient. Maxine and Luther were the official “Mom and Dad” of Southeast High School, Class of 1972. They continued to participate in activities at Southeast High School even after their children had graduated.

Maxine was a loving and devoted wife to Luther McArn, Sr. Their union was blessed with one son, Luther McArn, Jr and two daughters, Nina Marcia E. Robinson and Melanie E. McArn. Nana, as known by her grandchildren, was ever ready and willing to give of herself. She had a gentle spirit and relentless drive. She led, loved, and dedicated her life to her family. She loved to spend time with them, pour into their lives, and could wear them out with her high energy. She loved having fun.

Maxine Elizabeth reunites with Luther McArn, Sr., husband, and Melanie E. McArn, daughter.

Parents: Ruby D. Lark, Mother, Harry J. Lark, Sr., father. Sisters: Gloria Duff, Evelyn Young, Marva Easley, Gertrude Steward, Harriette J. Reynolds, Yvonne Ray. Brothers: Jerry Lark, Harry J. Lark, Jr.

Celebrating her victory and a life well-lived, her son, Luther J. McArn, Jr., daughter, Nina Marcia Robinson (Bert), and brother, Gary Lark, (Michael Anne). Grandchildren: Erica N. McCarty (Chance), Luther J. McArn, III (Lenora), Samantha L. Brooks (Leland), Morgan N. McArn (Sha), Ashley A. Robinson

Great-Grandchildren: Chance E. McCarty Jr., Marissa E.N. McCarty, Navia A. McArn, Samiah Y. McArn, Isis A. Irving, Leigha A. Irving, Kyle Brooks, Morghan McArn, Montana McArn. Cousins: Donna J. Morrison, Lawrence, KS, Rozanna Davis, Jackie Davis, Houston, TX, Renee McLaughlin, Rev. Delmar White, Garlington family, Counce family, and a host of family and friends. Special Affection for Yvette Lewis, Lois Chaplin, Penny Ward, Rev. Eleanor Goode, Mamie Wandick, Danell Hurt, Sandra and Gary Rhoads, Muriel Boyd, Barbara Shumate, Pat Noel, Candace Cheatem, Regina Franklin, Randolph Cooper, Stratford Homeowner’s Association Board, Paseo Baptist Church Tuesday Prayer Group, and a host of others.

Deep Appreciation to Dr. Jamie M. Lawless MD, Saint Luke’s Health System, for her exquisite care and loving kindness, Aquinas Home Health, and Apple Orchard Hospice.

Maxine fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7.

A visitation for Maxine will be held Friday, July 21, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64131. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow the service in Mount Moriah Cemetery South. A catered reception will occur after the burial 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM in the funeral home.