Obituary of Thea Catrina Maxson

Thea C. Maxson age 19 of Elmira, NY passed away on Sunday July 14, 2024. Thea was born May 10, 2005 in Elmira, NY . She was a graduate of Horseheads High School Class of 2023 and BOCES Conservation Program. Thea was a Plumber's and Steamfitters Apprentice, member of UA Local 81. and employed by Frye & Campbell , Inc. Thea is survived by her parents; Kevin and Haley (Verbanic ) Maxson; her mother Justine Maxson; brother and fiancé: Layne Maxson and Caelin Steadman and their children Millie and Roman; sister: Emily Green ; grandmother: Cheryl "Shay" Verbanic; uncle Alan Maxson; aunts and uncles: Timothy and Kathy Maxson and their daughter Paige ; Jennifer and Victor Pignataro and their son Tristan ; special friends: Andrew Thornton and Jennifer French; many extended family members, friends, and co-workers. Thea loved music and animals, especially cats. She was inspired by art and nature. Thea was so proud to be a plumbing and steamfitter apprentice, where she excelled quickly. Thea was loved by everyone that met her. Although her life was short, Thea touched the lives of so many and will be missed greatly .Thea will be remembered as a beautiful, strong, smart, and compassionate young lady with such a big and caring heart. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Tuesday July 23, 2024 from 5 to 7 PM. Thea's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. In Lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorial contributions be made to The Chemung County Humane Society and SPCA 2435 NYS Route 352 Elmira, NY 14903 or Ithaca Community Recovery, Inc. 518 West Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850. Word of Condolence and Memories may be shared at www.lynchsfuneralhome.com .