Maxine Joan Hill

Born on June 26, 1931, in Michigan, Maxine spent the majority of her life in the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico, where she made her mark as a dedicated real estate broker and a cherished family and church member.

Maxine’s early years were spent in Santa Fe, where she attended Santa Fe High School and lived above her father’s Singer sewing machine store on San Francisco St. Her life took her to Albuquerque due to her father’s health, where she married and raised her four children: daughters Roxanne Westdyk (husband Roger), Ronda Hermann (husband Steve), and Allison Beltz (deceased), and son Kurt Hill (wife Christina). Maxine has nine grandchildren: Justin (wife Valbona), Blake, Lindsay (husband Bill), Derek (wife Alexandra), Ashely (husband Mike), Stephanie (husband Jed), Baker, Sara and Drew. Plus twelve great grandchildren: Thomas, Rose, Catie, William, McKenzie, Jonah, Riley, Regan, Asher, Olive, Olivia and Jaxson.

After witnessing her daughters’ marriages, Maxine and Kurt returned to Santa Fe in 1972, a place that held a special place in her heart.

For 55 remarkable years, Maxine was a New Mexico real estate broker, leasing shopping centers and selling countless homes. Her clients often became lifelong friends, and she was known for her tireless efforts and advocacy. Maxine lobbied in Washington DC for women’s rights to obtain FHA mortgages without their ex-husband’s consent and for FHA approval of loans on Santa Fe homes located on dirt roads. Her dedication and achievements earned her the prestigious titles of Realtor of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Award. She also served on the Board of Directors for the Santa Fe Realtors and the Santa Fe Women’s Council of Realtors, leaving a lasting legacy in her community.

Maxine was a passionate world traveler, exploring the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. With her church, she supported numerous mission trips to Albania following the fall of the iron curtain. She had a unique tradition of taking each of her grandchildren to Disney at age 5 and later to Albania and Europe upon their high school graduation, ensuring she knew them as individuals.

Her Christian faith was a cornerstone of her life, beginning at a young age. Maxine was a founding member of Capitol Christian Church, now known as the Light at Mission Viejo, where she continued to worship and find solace. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her life was a testament to love and dedication. Her legacy will continue to inspire those around her.

A celebration of life will be at a later date in the Spring 2025.