Jennifer Sue Maze

Jennifer Sue (Coplen) Maze, lovingly known as Jennie, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 74.

Born on April 18, 1951, in Rochester, Indiana, to Walter and Ethel Coplen, Jennie spent her early years in Argos, Indiana. She graduated from Argos High School and continued her education with an Associate Degree in Accounting from Indiana University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Columbia University.

Jennie married her beloved husband, Terry Maze, on August 31, 1967, and together they made their home in Plymouth, Indiana. They shared 58 years of marriage filled with love, companionship, and adventure.

In 1981, Jennie and Terry moved their family to Colorado, where Jennie handled the accounting for their family business, Maze Builders, for over 30 years. In addition to her work with Maze Builders, she also worked as an accountant for several other professional companies throughout her career, earning the respect and trust of those she worked with.

After retiring in 2013, Jennie and Terry settled in Sun Lakes, Arizona, where Jennie continued to enjoy her passions and community life.

Jennie’s heart was especially warmed by traditions, most notably her love for Christmas, her favorite holiday. She delighted in decorating and proudly displayed her cherished collections of Hallmark ornaments and Department 56 village houses, bringing joy and sparkle to all who visited her home during the season.

Jennie’s creativity extended beyond the holidays. She sewed garments for her children and crafted beautiful quilts. Her work was shared with friends and family and through her Etsy shop, which she operated for over five years.

Tuesdays were reserved for mahjong with her close-knit circle of friends, and she treasured those gatherings filled with laughter, shared stories, and meaningful friendship.

Jennie was a member of the Hallmark Ornament Collections Club, where she connected with fellow collectors who shared her passion for ornament collecting, creativity, and celebrating the holiday season.

Jennie was the devoted wife of Terry Maze of Sun Lakes, Arizona. She is survived by her children, Bill (Nichole) Maze of Gilbert, Arizona, and Angie (Ryan) Sullivan of Carmel Valley, California.

She was a beloved grandmother to Kelcie (David) Van Arsdall of Yukon, Oklahoma, Cole Maze of Phoenix, Arizona, Alyson Sullivan of Denver, Colorado, and Jackson Sullivan of Carmel Valley, California, and a cherished great-grandmother to Delanie Van Arsdall.

She is also survived by her sister, Amy (Dan) Hurd of Warsaw, Indiana.

Jennie was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Ethel Coplen, and her beloved son, Michael Maze.

A private Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 1pm to 4pm at IronOaks Country Club, 24218 S Oakwood Blvd, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248

Message from the Family

“Every stitch she sewed, every ornament she crafted, and every moment she shared with us was full of intention and heart. She never did anything without being all into it — and we loved that most about her.”