John G. Maxwell, 53, of Rocky Hill, passed away on Wednesday (Feb. 3, 2010) after a long courageous battle at Hartford Hospital. He was born on January 11, 1957 in Caribou, ME, the son of the late Jeanette Ford and Lloyd K. Maxwell and his stepfather Raymond Ford of Marlborough. John was a graduate of Central Connecticut State University and was a dedicated employee for the State of Connecticut, serving as former Deputy Director of the Support Enforcement Division and most currently a Judicial Marshall Coordinator. John was a successful, endearing and strong man that fought the ultimate battle but finally succumbed to the Lords calling. He leaves behind a long legacy, a loving family and some truly great friends. He will never be forgotten, will always be cherished and forever loved. John is survived by his long time girlfriend Joanne Rocha; her four children; his sisters Linda Westman and her husband Richard of East Hartford, Diane Mazerolle and her husband William of ME, Marjorie Maxwell, Carolyn Blanchette and her husband Gene and Vickie Beach all of FL. and his brother Lloyd Maxwell and his wife Deborah of East Hartford. A cherished aunt Ruth Vetsch of FL, numerous loving nieces , nephews and cousins and his extended family and friends. John's family would like to extend their thanks and gratitude to the staff of Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Bliss 10E Hartford Hospital for their dedicated service and care. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday (Feb. 13th) at 9:30 at St. James Church 767 Elm St. Rocky Hill. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc. 1 Union St. Suite 301 Robbinsville, NJ 08691. The John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Manchester has care of arrangements. For on line condolences please visit tierneyfuneralhome.com.