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Maxine Londe Obituary


MAXINE LA LONDE
August 9, 1921 ~ February 19, 2017

Maxine Lois (McNeil) La Londe, 95, passed away on Sun., Feb. 19, 2017, following complications from the flu. She was born to Virgil and Alto McNeil in Chanute, KS on Aug. 9, 1921. During her childhood, Maxine lived in various northwest locations, including Raymond and Olympia, WA and La Grande, Coos Bay and Eugene, OR.
Maxine earnied her BA degree in Art Education in 1943 at the University of Oregon.
During her early career in retail merchandising, she worked in Portland, OR, Los Angeles and New York City.
William and Maxine were married in Portland, OR at Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 10, 1949. Together they raised their four children in Vancouver, WA: Richard, David, Patricia and Susan. While Bill practiced as an architect, Maxine's role was the family "Domestic Engineer." She joyfully and creatively provided a loving and nurturing atmosphere for her family.
As an active member of the First Presbyterian Church for over 65 years, Maxine served as deacon, elder and Sunday School Superintendent.
Maxine is survived by Bill La Londe, her loving husband of 67 years; sons, Richard (Angie) and David; daughters, Patricia Smith (Stuart) and Susan Schlatter (Jerry); and grandchildren, Brian Melhart, Nicole Smith, Antoine La Londe, and Amanda Dixon.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Parker McNeil.
A Celebration of Life will be held Sat., Feb. 25, 1:30p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main St., Vancouver, WA.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to your favorite charity or to First Presbyterian Church.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Feb. 22, 2017.
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So sorry to hear of the loss of lovely Maxine. I only knew her from brief visits to the La Londe home with classmate David (and Ben Tesdahl), but my thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.

Kim Agrimson

February 27, 2017

To the LaLonde family, I was sorry to hear that Maxine had passed away last week. She was a fine lady and raised an equally fine family. I will always remember her good nature and good humor whenever I visited the LaLonde household. Once again my condolences. Don Larson, Seattle

February 27, 2017

Dear family and friends of Maxine, allow memories of your dear loved one to warm your hearts, 2nd Thessalonians 3:16 "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way. May the Lord be with all of you." As you return to life's daily routine, may you continue to receive comfort and support from loved ones.

Hines

February 25, 2017

Such a beautiful person in every way. Best junior high dance ever. Fras

February 24, 2017

My condolences to the entire La Londe family. I enjoyed knowing Maxine, who always had a smile. I also enjoyed knowing er husband who was my Boy Scout master and their son Dave daughter Pat who both went to grade school and high school with me. What a wonderful couple -- they were a real treasure to the Vancouver community.

Ben Tesdahl

February 22, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. What a great lady she was.

Nancy Maben (Staples)

February 22, 2017

My condolences to you all. I met her a few times over the years through her son Richard who only had fond things to say of her. She is still with you ..the veil is thin. You are all in my prayers during this difficult time.

Michael Dupille

February 22, 2017

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