Lifetime Tyner area resident, Mavis (Mrs. Cedric) Shank, 93, passed away following an illness at 2:40 p.m. Wed. July 4th, at the home of her daughter in New Albany, Indiana.
Mavis was born the daughter of Arbie and Eva R. (Sheaks) Reid on the family farm in Polk Township on March 19, 1919 and for most of her life never lived more than two miles from home.
On August 30, 1941 in the Tyner United Brethren Church, she married Cedric E. “Keck” Shank. During their nearly 59 years together they raised two children, enjoyed their church and traveled spending time in Florida. He preceded her in death on February 1, 2000.
In the mid 1950’s, Mavis became the assistant to the principal at Tyner School, which made her head cook and chief bottle washer. She did it all. She remained with the system as it became John Glenn and retired in 1984 as corporation treasurer after 28 years.
She loved her church and the Tyner Community and they loved her noodles. She was the ‘Noodle Lady” for the church annual Chicken & Noodle Dinner. And when she could no longer actually do the job she would oversee it as she held on to an 80 year plus involvement in what is now Tyner United Methodist Church. Mavis was a caregiver by heart and often visited those who were shut-in.
Mavis was a former member of the Tyner Rebekah Lodge and Marshall County Choir. She enjoyed shuffleboard and word puzzles.
She is survived by her son Gary E. and Marilyn Shank of South Bend and their children; Deanna Shank, Jeff Nowakowski and Jason Shank. Her daughter who survives is Linda E. Underwood of New Albany and her children; Michelle (Mrs. Brian) Hancock and Melissa (Mrs. Paul) Goodlett. There are five great-grandchildren who survive. They are: Ryan, Megan, Drew, Noah and Melissa. Mavis has a sister, Irma Shultz of Indian Land, South Carolina.
Preceding her in death was her spouse Keck, a great-grandson Luke Anthony Hancock and four brothers; Ora, Earl, Harry, and Lee Reid.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 8th from 2 – 6 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 9th in the Tyner United Methodist Church where visitation will continue after 10 a.m. Pastor Tamara Boggs and former pastor, Rev. Dave Inskeep will officiate. Burial will follow in the Tyner Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the church.
Patty (Reese) Grace says
There are almost too many memories to share…. I really apprecited the way Mavis and mom took care of each other after they were alone. That probably kept them both going, as well as all the walking they did picking up cans. My memories of Mavis go back to sunday school with her and Donnie teaching. She was an achor for the Tyner UMC and will be greatly missed. Rest assured she stands tall with the saints who have gone before her. I will pray for you and your families as you say goodbye to your mom.
Marjorie Ecker says
So sorry for your your loss. Mavis would be among my biggist memories of growing up in
the Tyner area. See was bigger than life for us in School as well as Church. She will be greatly
missed.
Marge Stoneburner Ecker
Stacy Nemeth says
I am a co-worker of Mavis\’ granddaughter, Deanna, who has spoken so often and highly of her grandmother. It seems she was a wonderful woman who was loved by many people. Our thoughts are with Deanna and all of her family during this time.
Ben and Gert Elliott says
Please know that my husband and I are deeply saddened by the passing of your Mother and our friend. Mavis was an inspiration to us at DeSoto Park in Sebring. She lived the life a good neighbor should display. She not only lived peacefully among her neighbors, she was full of high spirits and vitality. Those qualities inspired us.
Thank you for sharing her.
Jodi & Matt Chandler says
Linda, Melissa and Family
After reading about your mother and grandmother we wish we had the blessing of knowing her. She sounds like a woman we should all strive to be. What a blessing for all of you to have her for so many years and make so many memories. My grandmother also makes amazing noodles so I know those will be dearly missed. But if I know Melissa she will or already has figured out how to make them. ha! Our prayer is that God\’s promise for eternal life comforts you at this time and that you hold onto your fond memories of your Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother until you are all united at our final home together. We are not home yet but what comfort in knowing that she is. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. Love, Matt and Jodi Chandler
Bev (Tellkamp) Harper says
My sincere sympathy goes out to you all, but I am sure you will rejoice in the great memories you have, as we did for my Mom. They had such good times together, and I am sure they are now greeting each other and their many friends from church and lodge that had gone before them. I have such good memories of all the times Mavis helped me when I would go to the school office during the many years. She never failed to be pleasant, courteous, and kind, even the time I had to sit outside in the hall, and finish a test, when she offered words of encouragement. She really made a difference in many ways for many people.
Jana Pollock says
My prayers join the many others for all of your family. Mavis was a very important and instrumental part of my growing-up years because we lived so close to Mavis and the Reids. Each time I had an opportunity to visit on trips back to Indiana, her attitude and vitality continued to inspire me. Jana Lee Coplen Pollock (Tyner class of 1954)
Paul & Kay Powell says
Mavis was a very kind person and we learned to love her. We met Mavis in 2001 when we came to DeSoto Park. We will miss her a lot!
Madonna Coy says
My prayers and sincere sympathy goes out to all of Mavis\’ Family and Friends, a true loss of one of my best friends. The companionship we shared was next to none during our trips from DeSoto Park to Lake Worth and many other journeys. Mavis and I shared good and bad times. We knew we had each other to depend on. I will value all the memories and inspiration Mavis gave to me and others. My thoughts are with all her Family and Friends she touched.
Madonna Coy
Larry & Joyce Lemert says
Sorry for the loss of your mother Mavis. She was such a neat lady and a friend to everyone. I only known her for a few years and she was such a joy, whether it be at our breakfast at Christos on Wednesday or the suppers at the church especially the noodle one. What a trooper, she will really be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family.
CIndy Martin says
It is with regret that I learned of Mavis\’s passing. She was always neatly dressed and organized. Mavis was a pillar, as were a few other women, in the Tyner community. Their spirit and enthusiam were an inspiration to many of us in our own version of \”Mayberry\”. She will be greatly missed. With deepest condolences.
Lid says
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mavis. The passing of a loved one is with deep sorrow. May we all look forward to the fulfillment of the Bible\’s prophecy when things like sickness, pain and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:4). My deepest condolences go to the family in this time of sorrow.
Patty (Reese) Grace says
There are almost too many memories to share…. I really apprecited the way Mavis and mom took care of each other after they were alone. That probably kept them both going, as well as all the walking they did picking up cans. My memories of Mavis go back to sunday school with her and Donnie teaching. She was an achor for the Tyner UMC and will be greatly missed. Rest assured she stands tall with the saints who have gone before her. I will pray for you and your families as you say goodbye to your mom.
Marjorie Ecker says
So sorry for your your loss. Mavis would be among my biggist memories of growing up in
the Tyner area. See was bigger than life for us in School as well as Church. She will be greatly
missed.
Marge Stoneburner Ecker
Stacy Nemeth says
I am a co-worker of Mavis\’ granddaughter, Deanna, who has spoken so often and highly of her grandmother. It seems she was a wonderful woman who was loved by many people. Our thoughts are with Deanna and all of her family during this time.
Ben and Gert Elliott says
Please know that my husband and I are deeply saddened by the passing of your Mother and our friend. Mavis was an inspiration to us at DeSoto Park in Sebring. She lived the life a good neighbor should display. She not only lived peacefully among her neighbors, she was full of high spirits and vitality. Those qualities inspired us.
Thank you for sharing her.
Jodi & Matt Chandler says
Linda, Melissa and Family
After reading about your mother and grandmother we wish we had the blessing of knowing her. She sounds like a woman we should all strive to be. What a blessing for all of you to have her for so many years and make so many memories. My grandmother also makes amazing noodles so I know those will be dearly missed. But if I know Melissa she will or already has figured out how to make them. ha! Our prayer is that God\’s promise for eternal life comforts you at this time and that you hold onto your fond memories of your Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother until you are all united at our final home together. We are not home yet but what comfort in knowing that she is. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. Love, Matt and Jodi Chandler
Bev (Tellkamp) Harper says
My sincere sympathy goes out to you all, but I am sure you will rejoice in the great memories you have, as we did for my Mom. They had such good times together, and I am sure they are now greeting each other and their many friends from church and lodge that had gone before them. I have such good memories of all the times Mavis helped me when I would go to the school office during the many years. She never failed to be pleasant, courteous, and kind, even the time I had to sit outside in the hall, and finish a test, when she offered words of encouragement. She really made a difference in many ways for many people.
Jana Pollock says
My prayers join the many others for all of your family. Mavis was a very important and instrumental part of my growing-up years because we lived so close to Mavis and the Reids. Each time I had an opportunity to visit on trips back to Indiana, her attitude and vitality continued to inspire me. Jana Lee Coplen Pollock (Tyner class of 1954)
Paul & Kay Powell says
Mavis was a very kind person and we learned to love her. We met Mavis in 2001 when we came to DeSoto Park. We will miss her a lot!
Madonna Coy says
My prayers and sincere sympathy goes out to all of Mavis\’ Family and Friends, a true loss of one of my best friends. The companionship we shared was next to none during our trips from DeSoto Park to Lake Worth and many other journeys. Mavis and I shared good and bad times. We knew we had each other to depend on. I will value all the memories and inspiration Mavis gave to me and others. My thoughts are with all her Family and Friends she touched.
Madonna Coy
Larry & Joyce Lemert says
Sorry for the loss of your mother Mavis. She was such a neat lady and a friend to everyone. I only known her for a few years and she was such a joy, whether it be at our breakfast at Christos on Wednesday or the suppers at the church especially the noodle one. What a trooper, she will really be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family.
CIndy Martin says
It is with regret that I learned of Mavis\’s passing. She was always neatly dressed and organized. Mavis was a pillar, as were a few other women, in the Tyner community. Their spirit and enthusiam were an inspiration to many of us in our own version of \”Mayberry\”. She will be greatly missed. With deepest condolences.
Lid says
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mavis. The passing of a loved one is with deep sorrow. May we all look forward to the fulfillment of the Bible\’s prophecy when things like sickness, pain and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:4). My deepest condolences go to the family in this time of sorrow.