Patricia A. Maxwell, 75, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2006 at a Topeka care facility. She was born on November 8, 1930 in Junction City, the daughter of Leo and Rosemary Stamp Hoover. She has resided in Topeka since 1955. She was employed by Blue Cross & Blue Shield for many years before retiring in 1992. Survivors include two sons, Craig S. Maxwell and wife, Tracy of Belton, MO, Richard A. Maxwell and wife, Trish of Lenexa, and two sisters, Toni Van Der Hyden and Benita Hoover both of Texas. Patricia was preceded in death by three brothers. Cremation has taken place. Private inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to Heart of America Hospice, 3715 S.W. 29th St., Suite 20, Topeka, KS 66614. Newcomer Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.