Bertha Mabel Maynard 1935 - 2021
Bertha “Mabel” Maynard, age 85, of McMinnville, Oregon, passed away March 4, 2021. Mabel was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Frank Maynard, and one brother, Perry Daniel. She is survived by her brothers, Bob (Maria) Daniel of California, and Ivan Daniel; children, Frank (Leslie) Maynard of Madras Oregon, Ross (Leslie) Maynard of Benson, Arizona, Carrie Slater and Julie Maynard, both of McMinnville, Ginger (Brandon) Rose of Amity, Oregon, and Cinnamon Slater of McMinnville. She was blessed with 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and cared for over 27 foster children.
Mabel was born, raised, and lived her entire life in McMinnville. She attended Columbus Elementary, McMinnville Jr. High and graduated from McMinnville’s Lincoln High School in 1953. In her high school years, Mabel was a swimmer, lifeguard at McMinnville Public Pool, thespian, and taught children s Bible study at the First Baptist Church.