Dearest family of Maxine and William Deschamps,
Even though I didn't know Maxine and William well, (since I was closest to "the twins"), I still have a memory of Maxine which has been planted in my mind ever since I was a youngster in grade school. You see, Maxine and I played the accordion, which wasn't the most popular instrument of the day, but nonetheless, it taught us the keyboard, and everything else we were to know about music.
We had formed a little group in the Calgary Conservatory of Music, to which all these accordions could play songs from the "Sound of Music". Under Gus Pfiffig's leadership, we learned to play all levels of music, and the drums were in the background. There was one woman who stood out, since she was in the first level of the accordion band, (and I was in the second.) She was very nice, and very gentle, and she played so well. I believe that Maxine would have learned her lessons early, and that from this simple observation, she was a very diligent and proud accordion player. And our group leader was very proud of her talents.
Maxine, if you would have stood out in such an endeavor, you would have stood out all of your life. You were exceptional in all facets of family, and work life.
This planet will truly miss your presence. And God will always remember you with kindness and a gentle heart.
Love,
Claudia
