Maxine Nelson Conway, 90

Maxine Nelson Conway, 90, passed away on August 5, 2023, at Logan Health in Whitefish. She was born in Missoula, on February 13, 1933, to Alfred Nelson and Hazel Owen Nelson.

She is survived by her husband, Richard (Dick) Conway of Whitefish; children, Debra Adair (Tm), Richard "Butch" Conway (Tracy) and Jennifer Speer (Bill); her sister, Dolores McLean; grandchildren, Daniel and Christopher Adair, Trista Speer Noble, Nora Speer, Tiffany Rose and Adrianna Churchill; as well as eleven great-grandchildren.

Dick and Max met at Missoula County High School and married after graduation when Dick enlisted in the Air Force. They were married for 72 years.

After completing his education in Seattle and working for Boeing, they moved back home to Montana and opened Radio Shack in Kalispell. With Max's assistance, it became one of the top Radio Shack stores in the Northwest. She was named top salesperson throughout the time they were in business.

She enjoyed flying with Dick in their Cherokee airplane and became proficient at crosswind landings. They traveled extensively and enjoyed Mexico particularly. She had a special affinity for the people and culture of Mexico and was warmly received wherever she went.

In her short 90 years she lived a life of love, adventure and joy. She was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing her and will be deeply missed. Friends are encouraged to visit our website at www.buffalohillfh.com to leave notes of condolences for the family. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family.