Homegoing for Dr. Marcella Maxwell
Dr. Marcella Maxwell, best known for her work over the years as a teacher, college professor, administrator, and community leader, passed away on Thursday, March 21, at Weill Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan. She was 96.
A native of Cleveland, N.C., Maxwell came from a long line of educators. Her grandfather donated a land grant in her hometown for the first African American elementary school.
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During her career, Maxwell worked at Medgar Evers College for 13 years, serving as dean of external affairs and dean of adult and continuing education. She remained affiliated with the college for several years, serving on the foundation board.
Funeral services for Maxwell were held April 5 at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem.
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