Maxine Frauman Prickel

Maxine (Frauman) Prickel, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully in Corvallis, Oregon on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. She was born on August 29, 1937, in Los Angeles, California, to Leo and Mollie Bers. Maxine’s life was marked by a passion for education and a deep love of family. After graduating from UCLA with a degree in Education, she began her career teaching early elementary students in Los Angeles County. Her dedication to her students and gift for connecting with others eventually led her to teaching at the college level. After moving to Eugene Oregon, she started the next chapter of her career teaching at Lane Community College, where she retired as the coordinator in the English Language Learners Department. A master educator, Maxine left a lasting impression on everyone she worked with and who entered her classroom. On February 12, 1984, Maxine married the love of her life, Donald Prickel, at the Laurelwood Golf Course in Eugene, Oregon. Together they built a beautiful life centered around family, learning, and community. Adventurous, active, and endlessly curious, Maxine traveled the world and loved reading, camping, pottery, ceramics and exploring new interests. She was a lifelong learner who believed deeply in the power of education and kindness. She dedicated much of her life to helping others, especially those who were less fortunate, always extending compassion and generosity. Her greatest joy came from being a grandmother. Maxine adored her grandchildren and never missed an opportunity to celebrate their milestones, cheer for their accomplishments, and surround them with love. Maxine is survived by her devoted husband, Don Prickel; their two children and their spouses; her seven cherished grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and countless friends. She will be remembered for her wisdom, humor, warmth, grace and unwavering loyalty to those she loved. In honor of Maxine’s generous spirit, the family asks that memorial donations be made to one of her passions, the Corvallis-Gondar Sister City Association. Gondar Donations Maxine lived a life full of purpose, joy, and love. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life on Friday, October 10, at 2:00 at the Corvallis Community Center (Alder Room). Please share your thoughts and memories for the family at www.mchenryfuneralhome.com

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Maxine Frauman Prickel

August 29, 1937 - September 23, 2025