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Beverly Parnell Obituary
November 20, 1926 - November 23, 2016
Salem, Oregon - Beverly Maedel (Lush) Parnell was delivered into the hands of the Lord on November 23, 2016 at the age of 90 years old. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Beverly was born in New Rockford, North Dakota to Charles and Lenora (Torfin) Lush. She had two brothers and two sisters. Her father worked for the Great Northern Railroad Company and passed away when Beverly was 14 years old.
Beverly's family moved to Tacoma, Washington for her high school years where she graduated from Lincoln High School. She attended Northwest Nazarene College in Nampa, Idaho and Pasadena College in Pasadena, California (now Point Loma Nazarene University) where she majored in music.
After a chance meeting as children at Twin Rocks' Christian Summer Camp, Beverly and Dale Parnell reconnected at Pasadena College. They married in Pasadena, California on May 24th, 1947. Beverly was a shining light to her family as she assisted Dale throughout his professional and political success. She raised five children, instilling in them the importance of both God and family. Dale and Beverly lived for 18 years in the Eugene-Springfield area, 8 years in California, 10 years in Washington DC, 2 years in Florida, 6 years in Central Oregon, and 25 years in Salem.
Beverly was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church and active in PEO Sorority. Her interests included being a choir director, Sunday school teacher, choral music and taking pictures of her family. She was well known for her happy spirit and a winsome smile. She always saw the best in the people she met.
She is survived by her husband, her daughters Susan Shields and Teresa Parnell-Autry, and her sons Paul Parnell, Steven Parnell, and Timothy Parnell. To her 17 grandchildren and her 18 great-grandchildren Beverly was known as Boo-Boo.
A celebration of Beverly's life will be held at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Capital Manor Foundation, 1955 Dallas Highway NW, Salem, Oregon. Arrangements and internment are at the Restlawn Funeral Home in West Salem.
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Gerard KEDREBEOGO
December 3, 2016
I stayed with the Parnell's family in San Diego as an African exchange student from Burkina Faso (West Africa). That was in January 1976. I am so sadden to know the passing away of Beverly who has been a real mother to me during my stay in their home. I pray that she remembers me because I trust that she is now enjoying Eternal Life in Heaven. Deepest condolences to my "brothers" Steve and Tim. I would be glad to get in touch with them. My e-mail address is: [email protected]
God's love is stronger than death!
Miguel Salinas
December 2, 2016
DALE AND BEVERLY PARNELL The friendship and courtesy that this special couple gave me when I came to visit them at the MANOR; I will forever remember. As I talked to Dale about his illustrious education career, Beverly was quick to add with a smile her own account. It was evident that the Parnell Couple were a blend of ONE.
it was a privilege and an honor to have met Beverly.
My deep condolences to Dale and Family.
Miguel A. Salinas
December 1, 2016
Sue and family,
We are sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Jill Price-Crawley
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