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NEVELLE LEWIS MAYBERRY Nevelle Mayberry was born in Portland, Oregon on July 24, 1923. Her birth Mother, Hester Hazel Ramage Parker Wilson, never raised Nevelle but boarded her out from the age of 3 with William and Mary Meyer. Her birth Father, Henry Lewis, was never a part of her life, having only met him twice. Nevelle has always considered the Meyer's her real parents and has never doubted their positive influence guided her throughout her childhood.Nevelle married her childhood sweetheart, Jim Mayberry, on December 3, 1941 and they were married for 47 years, until Jim's death on June 27, 1988. They had 5 children - Shirley Diane, (died 2001), Tom William, Duffy Jeanne, Loretta Joan and Janette Nevelle. Nevelle has 12 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren.Nevelle credits her Mom, Mary Meyer, as her inspiration into her life of poetry. Nevelle has compiled a wealth of poems throughout her life which are reflected in this book. Never did Nevelle not see a poem as the way through the daily struggles, tribulations, joy and happiness in her life. Whether it was the wrenching death of a loved one or just the beauty of her day, she could express it through a poem. In 2009, following a stroke, Nevelle moved into the Marquis of Wilsonville where she enjoys her days that are filled with laughter, poetry, family and new friends. Nevelle Lewis Mayberry July 24, 1923 - October 20, 2012 was born in Portland, Oregon. She was raised by William and Mary Meyer. Nevelle married James D Mayberry on December 3, 1941 and they had five children, Shirley (dec), Tom, Duffy, Loretta and Janette. Nevelle's work career included 21 years working in the office at Tri-Met and the Blue Line Bus Company, having retired in 1984. Nevelle had a love of poetry and was first published in the Oregonian when she was 14 years old. Her life-long dream of publishing a selection of her poetry was accomplished in 2011. She spent the last four years of her life living at The Marquis of Wilsonville and being cared for by the most incredibly loving staff. Nevelle is also survived by her daughter-in-law Karen, son-in-laws Earl, Jeff and Brad, plus 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Nevelle will always be remembered for her love of God, family and the ability to make each of us feel special and we were fortunate to have her as our Mom, G-ma and GG-ma. Remembrances in memory of Nevelle may be made to The Marquis of Wilsonville. The family plans for a private gathering to honor their Mother.

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Nevelle Lewis Mayberry (Lewis)

July 21, 1923 - October 20, 2012