Avis “Maxine” Ensminger

Avis “Maxine” Ensminger peacefully passed away surrounded by family and friends on February 14, 2024 after a long battle with End Stage Renal Disease, she was 87. Born September 9, 1936 to Chuck and Illabell Snyder in Springview, Nebraska.

Maxine, as she preferred to be called, was most proud of her very large family, often exclaiming “The more the merrier” upon learning of a new baby on the way. She is survived by daughter Joette Hartshorn(Jeff), son Mike Larsen(Tammy), son Todd Larsen(Vicki), son Tom Larsen, daughter Michelle Larsen(Ryan Doak), daughter Brenda Ensminger(John Beard), 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, nieces, nephews, cousins and many who called her friend.

Maxine absolutely loved going to any casino she could get to, penny slots were her favorite. She enjoyed watching and wagering on thoroughbred horse racing and football, playing bingo and lottery scratch cards. She also looked forward each year to joining the members of the SMART-TD Union in the Labor Day parade tossing beads and candy to the many spectators.

Maxine was preceded in death by parents Chuck and Illabell Snyder, husband Bill Ensminger, brother Jack Snyder, daughter Denise Sanders, son Corey Larsen and dear close family friend Isabell McMullin.

In accordance with Maxine’s wishes cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. She also requested in lieu of memorials you spend the money on your families and remember her with a smile.

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