Berry

Maxwell

Wilmer “Barry” Maxwell, 78, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Barry was born on January 2, 1948, in Longview, Texas, to Bill A. Maxwell and Mary Helen Sims Maxwell. Throughout his life, Barry called both San Antonio, Texas, and Shreveport, Louisiana, home.

Barry was preceded in death by his parents, Bill A. Maxwell and Mary Helen Sims Maxwell; and his sister, Sharon Lynn Maxwell.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving children, William Maxwell and wife Charlene, and Sharon Strickland and husband Kevin; his grandchildren, Lily Maxwell, Ansleigh Strickland, and Avery Strickland; along with other family members and friends who will forever hold his memory close to their hearts.

Barry also shared a special bond with his beloved feline companion, Spur, his best buddy and faithful friend.

Barry will be remembered with love by all who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind.