Mable GORDON

MABLE GORDON GRENIER 79 years young September 20, 1925, Riverside, California May 23, 2005, San Bernardino, California Mable was predeceased by her loving husband of 25 years, Rene, with whom her cremains will be scattered. She is survived by her loving Son, John, and Daughter-in-law, Marsh a Howe of Santa Ana; her loving Daughter, Lynda Evans Ricci, and Husband Nick, of Albuquerque, New Mexico; her loving sister, Eleanor Copeland of Yucaipa; and brother, Bob of Oregon; 3 Grandchildren: Gordon Howe and Wife Ronnalei; Vanessa Howe Barlow and Husband Chris; and Lee Bauman and Wife Carini; Great-Grandchildren: Leiana, Emmalani and expected Baby Howe, William (deceased), Brooke, and Bailey Barlow. Mable retired after a 20-year career as the Coordinator of St. Bernadine?s Out-Patient Clinic. She was a resident of Fontana for 18 years and along with her husband Rene, sister and brother-in-law, organized and remained active members of the JAZZ Club through the Elks Club. Her true passions were her garden and ceramics. She spent hours upon hours in her garden, many friends and family shared the fruits of her labors in bell peppers, tomatoes and string beans. Her ceramics were incredibly and delicately crafted - each one with Mable's very personal touch and signature. She was always active in her commu nity. She was an Eastern Star; an active member in good standing for 25 years of Gate City Chapter, #212 of San Bernardino. She held the position of Mother Advisor with W. Mark Sexton #158, International Order of Rainbow Girls. Her latest pride was being the Bingo caller at the Park social club! She had so many wonderful friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 4 at 2 pm at Harrison-Ross Mortuary at 738 E. Highland Avenue, San Bernardino. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA & Hospice of Southern California, 150 W. 1st Street, #270, Claremont, CA 92711-0908. Published in the San Bernardino Sun on 6/1/2005.