Maedeen Back, 96, of Columbus, died peacefully Saturday, August 5, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. Born June 29, 1927, in Purdy, Mo. Maedeen was the daughter of Max and Nellie (Bowers) Elliott. They preceded her in death. Maedeen was also preceded in death by her husband, Dale; son Bob Back; daughter, Cathy Craig,; three siblings, Maxine Jones, Pat Elliott and Barbara Lee.
Maedeen and Dale Back, were united in marriage February 22, 1945. They celebrated 66 years of marriage. Dale preceded her in death March 26, 2011.
Maedeen was a member of the Center Christian Church. She spent much of her career as an office manager for Dr. Belcher in Columbus. After retirement, her joy was making arts and crafts with her husband Dale. They enjoyed selling them at Arts and Crafts shows around the area. Her greatest joy was watching her grandchildren play sports and spending time with her family.
Maedeen is survived by her two sons; Greg (Jan) Back of Oswego and Steve (Angie) Back of Raymore, Mo. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, August 10 at 1 p.m. at Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Columbus.
The family request memorials be made to Center Christian Church in rural Columbus.
Cremation is under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Columbus.