Clarice A. Maxwell Nov. 7, 1923-Nov. 20, 2003 HERMISTON — Clarice A. Maxwell died Thursday, Nov. 20, at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Hermiston at the age of 80. She was born on Nov. 7, 1923, in Hitchins, Ky., to William and Elizabeth Moore Knipp, and was raised and attended schools in Kentucky. She later worked as a cashier in Ashland, Ky. She moved to Phoenix, Ariz., for a time where she continued to work as a cashier. Clarice married Bruce Maxwell on Aug. 13, 1979, in Las Vegas, Nev. They lived in Oxnard, Calif., until 1983 when they moved to Hermiston where they have lived since. She enjoyed reading the Bible, and spending time and visiting with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Maxwell of Hermiston; son, Patrick McNeal of Umatilla; daughters, Sue Nichols and Bobbie Hansen, both of Hermiston; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Clarice was preceded in death by her parents; son, William "Bill: Posey, in 1993; one brother; and five sisters. A private family service was held, along with a private burial at the Hermiston Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions in Clarice's memory in care of Burns Mortuary of Hermiston at P.O. Box 289, Hermiston, 97838. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston was in charge of the arrangements Newspaper Title: Hermiston Herald Newspaper Location: Hermiston, OR, Us
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