She was born on November 7, 1918, in Raleigh, North Carolina to Dicie and Thomas Copeland. She lived in a small home with her seven brother and sisters and her parents. She attended Lucille Hunter School elementary school and graduated from Washington High School in 1936. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from St. Augustine’s College in 1940 and later obtained a Certificate of Social Work in 1968.
She met and married Aaron Herrington on August 14, 1942. She and Aaron lived in Tuskegee, Alabama where Aaron served as a member of the Army Air Corp/ Tuskegee airmen. Their daughter, Ann was born there. After Aaron completed his service in the Army the couple moved to Long Beach, California and 12 years later their daughter Kay was born.
Maycie went to work at the Bureau of Social Services and retired after 32 years of service. In her retirement, she continued to stay busy working with numerous community boards and associations.
Her great love was attending Dodger baseball games, she had season tickets. She really enjoyed attending with her various family members who were always excited to take her to the games.
Her husband Aaron died in 1995. At that time, information regarding the Tuskegee Airmen was starting to be recognized for their participation in World War II. She joined the Los Angeles Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen and served as their Secretary. She was dedicated to getting the story of these brave men out to the general public.
She was one of the world’s greatest grandmothers. She loved and cherished each of her grandchildren and played a huge part in each of their lives. She was also a great- grandma.
She was a wife, mother, daughter, and friend to many in the community. She was a champion for those who couldn’t speak for themselves and a tireless advocate in fighting for their rights.
She was preceded in death by her husband Aaron, her parents, Dicie and Thomas Copeland. Her brothers Clinton, Atlas, Thomas, Ruben, John Wesley and sisters, Josephine and Naomi.
She is survived by two daughters, Ann Victoria Stewart and Kay Marie Anthony. Grandchildren Jakim Stewart, Jamal Stewart, Anika Stewart, Alia Anthony McGann and Aaron Anthony
The family would like to express their thanks to the staff at Bixby Towers Assisted Living Home. They took exceptional care of Maycie during her time there. She was cared for with love and respect.
The family would like to express their appreciation for everyone who has come to celebrate our mother’s life.
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