We have received word of the death of Ben C. Maxwell, 82, of Valparaiso, IN. He died February 11, 2001 in Valparaiso.

He was born April 23, 1918 in Buffalo, IN and lived in Monon for several years. He attended Monon Schools

He had worked at Inland Steel in Gary, IN until his retirement.

He is survived by one brother, Forest R. Raines of Francesville.

Funeral services were February 14, 2001 in Graceland Cemetery with Rev. David R. Webb officiating. Funeral arrangements were by Geisen Funeral Home in Merrillville. Burial was in Graceland Cemetery.