Missed you coming in for the Gun Show.  I told Red and Ken, The afgan you made me is on my chair at home and I use it every day.  I am thankful for you and your family touching my life.  God bless.

Maylene was an Amazing, Beautiful and Extremely Talented Lady that we will always cherish in our hearts forever.  She was like a second Mother to us whenever we came to visit her and Red in Kansas City or Hollister.  We still think about all the fun times we had at Big Creek on all those Saturday nights we shared together. Everyone who had the pleasure of meeting Maylene was truly blessed by her hospitality and love. Red and Family, thank you so much for being a part of our lives.  We love all of you.  We truly believe we will see Maylene again in Heaven one of these days soon.  God Bless you all.

Love and miss you, Grandma.  I hope that I've made you proud of me. ?


Of all the Kansas City shows I've attended over the years, the memory that won't fade is Maylene with her HIgh Standards.

i tried to send a message before, buti could not make my computer send it. i always thought maylene was pretty, having known her when she was still a teenager.

She was a Firecracker !!
Sold her a couple of my High Standard guns over the years. 
Always enjoyed haggling and hearing all she knew about her collection, she was always fair.
Will miss her at the gun shows.
I have a feeling Jesus knows a little more about High Standard than he did before !!

I will never forget the first time I layed eyes on Maylene. This beautiful lady walks into the gun show with this handsome gentlemen walking proudly behind her.  She walked up to our table and to my surprise she was so knowledgable about not only long guns but handguns as well. I also thought this handsome couple must be boyfriend and girlfriend because it was obvious they were crazy about each other.  After seeing them at more gun shows I was surprised to learn that they were not boyfriend and girlfriend and not newly married but in fact had been married for many many years.  At every show I always looked forward to seeing her and Red. Then I met their sons and what wonderful sons they have.  I must admit I have my favorite, whom I won't mention by name but sometimes he gets me chocolate covered blueberries.  We knew Maylene loved us because she made us lemon pies and her lemon bars that she brought to us at the gun shows. She made me two afgans that I never leave home without.  She will be missed greatly. We love you beautiful lady, we will never forget you.

Brenda and Keith
Keiths Guns

I am remembering the good times, playing cards. Also a Birthday Dinner Maylene made for me one year. Thanks.
Vivian

Maylene was one incredible lady.  She raised some of the best children I've ever met.  She had the kindest heart and I was proud to be a small part in her life.  I treasure my memories of getting to go to the Branson home, Silver Dollar city shopping, the little theater full of country music, card games, dominos (which I never thought I'd enjoy- but did) and just being invited to her home here in Kansas City.  I could have food anytime I wanted it or even thought about it.  A gracious host a darn good cook and with love in her heart. I have the greatest homemade afghan one could ever want and I will proudly show it off if I ever get this house in order.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.  May God be with you during this difficult time.  I am so glad that I have had the opportunity to meet both of you.

When I became friends with Mickey and Ken, little did I know that I would have the opportunity to know such a unique and wonderful person as Maylene.  She opened her heart as well as her home to me on many occasions.  She was a caring, intelligent, giving person who treated all with respect and kindness. She will always have a special place in my heart and is missed very much.  The world was a better place for having Maylene in it.

Nothing could have been sadder than opening the news letter. We have been preoccupied with a death in our own family and I haven't been in touch with anyone for a while, so I had no idea Maylene was ill.
Pat and I have both experienced the loss of a parent and we know that it can have an even deeper impact than one might expect.
I can see it has been a while now and I hope that the family is doing okay. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Grandma was a unique, always gracious person. She always put everyone else first.  For us grandkids, she was always ready with a hug, Kleenex, words of wisdom and encouragement, and something good to eat.  She treated everyone like family, and put everyone at ease.
She had a little sass in her too, though.  No one wanted to be on the business end of the “Grandma Glare”. Fortunately, we didn't get it that often.  Usually it was Grandpa that got it. She wouldn't say anything.  She would just stare, until you wanted to melt through the floor and repent all your sins in a rush for it to be over.
And, well, I can't talk about Grandma without mentioning her “Grandma Mojo”. She always seemed to know when something was afoot.  Dad used to talk about her waiting on the couch for him to come home, knowing he had done something he wasn't supposed to.  Like, wrecking the car, for instance.  She just seemed to know.  You couldn't get much past her. I bet she was rocking the glare that time! She knew how to keep us all in line, that's for sure. Her “Grandma Mojo” had an off shoot we call “Parking Karma”.  Somehow, on Black Friday in a full parking lot at the mall in the 80's, with cars parked across the street from the mall, she would drive up to the doors and find a space right next to them every time. It was truly, awesomely, weird.
When she wasn't shepherding her flock, she found ways to keep busy.  She would never sit down unless she were reading or crocheting. She cooked all the time, she was an excellent seamstress, and had so many hobbies and things she was good at that I can't list them. She did a little of everything.  When she wasn't busy, she found ways to be busy, and when she couldn't do that, she was a terrible fidgiter. She couldn't stand not to be doing something. 
She was a collector.  She looked to be so sweet, a 4 four foot something petite little lady, always impeccably dressed and coifed.  No one would know she collected High Standards and won prizes for her displays of them.  Still, I'm not sure if it was the outstanding displays, or the outstanding cookies she passed out at the shows that won her the awards!  Probably, a bit of both.
I didn't realize what a good shot she was until I was in high school.  I had never seen her shoot. Dad was showing her one of his toys, and encouraged her to shoot an empty oil can perched on a railroad tie by the driveway.  She demurely refused. He kept encouraging until she finally shot it. The can didn't move. We thought she missed. When we looked to see where the bullet  went, there was a hole in the dead center of the can. Not your average Grandma!
Every year, she would buy all us grandkids season tickets to Worlds of Fun. Her and Fran, who besides my Grandma, made the best chocolate chip cookies, would take on the challenge of four excited kids and an amusement park. Grandma had no problem riding the roller coasters with us. Starla was scared of riding the Zambeezee Zinger, which was my favorite. I think it must have just been the three of us that time. Grandma didn't want me to miss out, and didn't want me to go by myself.  Starla put up a real fuss. She was embarrassingly hysterical. She says Grandma shamed her in to going.  She must have been on that business end of the Grandma Glare, but I don't remember that part.  Anyway, Starla cried and cried as the coaster went slowly around and around to reach the top before the hill. Grandma just tucked her into her chest and spoke softly to her telling her not to be afraid.  Somewhere in there, Starla decided it wasn't so bad. It was her favorite ride until they tore it down. Mine, too!

I feel fortunate to have these memories of Grandma, but  what I will remember the most is just loving to be around her.  You could feel the overpowering love she had for all of us, even if you were on the business end of that “Grandma Glare”.  She wasn't your usual Grandma.  She truly was so special I don't have the words.  Although I will miss her terribly until we are able to meet again in Heaven,  I feel blessed to have had such a unique, and special person for my Grandma.

Maylene was such an amazing women.  She was always so put together but, always made us feel like one of her kids.  An incredible cook too.  She was a great example of my favorite combination...strong and sweet!! You touched so many with your love and care and left us with so many wonderful memories. Thank you for being such a great role model to all of us, Maylene.  
Love, Debbie Martin

Maylene Rabeneck, my "Aunt Maylene," was and still is an icon in my childhood and adult memories.  Her voice, her beauty, her accomplishments, and her graciousness, especially to my parents, Bud and Pearl, I will always hold dear and be grateful that she shared them with the Spotts family.

Dear Red:
Maylene's gun collecting colleagues will miss her, not only for her knowledge and appreciation for High Standard and other collectables, but also for her great spirit and delicious baked goods. She made sure to keep those who "maned the tables" at shows in good supply of food. 
We know that she has been struggling with major health challenges. We are relieved that those tough times are over for her and her family.
We send our sincerest sympathies to you.
Very Sincerely,

Since the first time I met Red and Maylene years ago, they have treated me so kind. I worked for them many times over the years on their home in the Branson area. Maylene always cooked and fed us lunch,kept us in snacks and refreshments. Treated me and my helpers like family. More recent, my son-in-law helped me on a job for Red and Maylene. After several days of Maylene treating us to lunch, my son-in-law asked, is all your jobs like this? No I said, no one treats us nicer than Maylene and Red. It is hard to think of one without thinking of the other. I will greatly miss Maylene, I will always remember her and I will always feel like part of the family. My thoughts and prayers will be with Red and the family. It has been an honer to know them. Randy and Gail Williams  Forsyth,Mo

As I read through the messages and tributes here, they confirm my belief time and time again that Maylene is the biggest "little" LADY I have ever known. The graciousness and hospitality of Red and May are legendary. From the invitatons to their home in Kansas City to visit and share music and admire each others various collections to the visits in Branson, and the warmth of their home and company, the hospitality was always incomparable. She set the mark the rest of the world should strive to achieve. I know there will be precious few ever even come close. 

Red, Kenny, and Sharon, thank you so much for making the trip to Pleasant Hill to deliver the gift that Maylene made for me. I will cherish it every day. Sharon has my phone number and I will be in contact with you all soon. May God's grace comfort and console you Red and the whole family. Her beaming smile and the twinkle in her eye will be missed by so many that she has touched through the years. I would challenge everyone who knew her to try and emulate her kindness and graciousness in some small way every day. I am sure it will make the world a better place. 

Red, when we visited Saturday night, you shared with my your lonlieness and grief. I cannot begin to understand what you are feeling, but I know that May would not want you to feel heartache and despair. Reflect on your wonderful life together with joy and happiness, and live your life as she would want you to. She would not want you to grieve yourself to death Red. Honor her beautiful memory by living your life to the fullest as she would want you to. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. 

With deepest love and condolences to you and your family,

Jim and Lesia Winters and family.

Malvern,
I hope you get this message and it finds you well. I visited with my Mother (Earlene) more about her memories of her dearest friend, Maylene. Her stories and memories were bittersweet and wistful due to her feelings of loss for herself and her sorrow for you due to Maylene's death. I gather from her stories and from her many expressions of concern to me during Maylene's illness that their friendship was very deep and treasured.
I hope that my rendering of my Mother's thoughts and stories is somehow a small indication of how much she loved Maylene, and you.
Warmest regards, 
Dick Tracy 

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NOTE:
Erlene introduced Maylene to me on December 27, 1941, in the one room school that they had attended for their early grades. If not for that, I would never have met Maylene, but the million to 1 chance occurred, and seven months later we were married and spent slightly over 70 happy years together. I owe Erlene a debt of gratitude!! Red Rabeneck
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Maylene was a LADY who will be missed by both her family & the people she came in contact with. It was an honor to present BIRTHDAY & ANIVERSERY cakes to Maylene & Red at the MVACA Gun Shows while I was the show director. The GUN world is short a gleaming light. Chuck Samuel

There have been many words used in these pages to describe my Grandma:  Gracious, kind, beautiful, inspiring, tireless, perfectionist, lady, role model.  Grandma was all those things and so much more.  In Grandma's case, the sum of the parts is definitely greater than the whole.  She was truly the matriarch of our family, the sun around which we all circled.  With a word or a touch, she could convey the deepest love and affection.  With a merely a look, you would immediately fall in line!  Grandma was the person that I always looked up to, the role model that I wanted to make proud, the person that I aspire to be.  Many of my fondest childhood memories were of her.  I find myself chasing the twins up the stairs making that little humming noise she always did with me.  My son cannot go to sleep unless I give him back tickles, which of course, I learned from Grandma. Her boundless energy, ability to make everyone feel comfortable and at home, her talent for bringing peace and tranquility to any situation, her tenacity and intensity packaged with style and grace--If I have inherited an ounce of these gifts, I will consider myself a lucky woman.  Grandma was one of a kind and I was so blessed to have had her as a Grandmother, teacher, inspiration and role model.  Grandma, even though your memory will live on in the kindness and hospitality of my daughter, or a look I'll give a troublemaker in a meeting at work, I will miss you every day.  I love you!

Mom was the "ultimate hostess", always making sure everyone was comfortable, happy and well fed.  I gained 4-6 pounds every tme I visited her and Dad.  Mom taught me the value of doing the "right thing" and treating people with the respect they deserved. She taught me that "actions speak louder than words"...a smile or hug meant more than saying 'I love you'. She always loved being around friends and family and will forever be with us in our hearts.

I would like to take this opportuntiy to express my deepest sympathy, sorrow and thoughts concerning the loss of a great Lady, Miss Maylene.  I've known both Red and Maylene for nearly thirty years and all memories are fond - full of warmth and friendship.  I have Maylene and Red to thank for my success in the Branson entertainment industry.  They put me up.  Maylene always had something cookin' in the kitchen.  I miss those days.  They were not only my friends, but promoters, agents and managers.  Their home was just that - and they always made you feel at home.  Maylene was a Lady with class and impeccable taste.  I do and will forever miss her friendship and encouragement.  Red, I'm here for you any time.  God Bless, Your Friend Always, Randy Rudd and Family.

I only met Maylene once, this past spring, when I took my Mom over to see Red, her cousin. She was such a lovely lady and I enjoyed meeting her. But after hearing all about her, I am disappointed that I didn't get to know her more. She led such a fascinating life. I know she will be greatly missed. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers.

When I think of my mother-in-law, the first word that comes to mind is graciousness.  She had a special way of making everyone welcome and comfortable.  Everything she did was to perfection.... not for herself but for others.

She was always the first to respond when anyone was in need and somehow knew just what was necessary to make everything better.

In addition, she was a role model to many, expecially to me.  She shared her values with us about caring for family and friends, the importance of being well-groomed and how to make every-day life fun just to name a few.

She was always busy doing something when she wasn't helping others.  She was a skilled seamstress, cake decorator, cook, musician, realtor, designer, and caregiver.

But, one of the interesting things about Mom was that such a tiny person could keep Dad in check!

It was a sad day when she passed, but I know that she is still surrounding us with love.  And I only hope that we will make her proud by carrying on the example she has put before us.

Mom, we miss you.

Maylene, my husband's Mother, was easily the most amazing person I've ever known. She personified beauty and grace in all aspects of her life. I learned so much from her as my marriage and life with Ken has unfolded.

I learned how to keep silent and be strong in adversity. I learned how to value each person for themselves. I learned that family is more important than anything else in the world. I learned that the words, "I love you" are often best conveyed with a warm smile, a loving touch, and the gift of friendship. What you do is more important than what you say.

I borrowed and emulated her style of cooking. I learned that good food shared in good company brought love and satisfaction to everyone. She taught me how to crochet and I often studied her practiced eye for color combinations. We loved to pore over crochet books and patterns together. I learned that working hard is its own reward.

She was easily the most beautiful person I'd ever known, with her beautiful cheekbones and gorgeous hair. I appreciated most, however, the beautiful person inside. She treated everyone equally with kindness, empathy and enjoyment. Within a few minutes of meeting her, everyone began feeling how caring and friendly she was, and people always responded to that by feeling that she became a part of their own family.

She will be a part of me always.

Dear Red and all the Rabeneck family -
   We couldn't speak at Maylene's service, and don't even know how to convey to you in writing how we feel. 
   Red, We loved Maylene very much, and we love you, too. You all will always be "special parents" to us.
   Maylene was the most gracious hostess, "the hostess with the mostest."  We had many wonderful times with you all and other Big Creek friends at your lovely home in Branson.  
   When Lyle and Red became acquainted at Big Creek in 1989, Red drew a map to show us how to get to their home in the Branson area. We went to Branson later, and Lyle says, "We are going to see the Rabenecks."  Well, Frances did not want to. I had grown up on a small farm and still live on a farm.  I did 't think I would feel comfortable.  DID I GET A SURPRISE!! I WAS WRONG. We were made to feel right at home in the beautiful home of the Rabenecks, and have felt that way ever since that time in 1989.
   We spent many hours over many years visiting, playing cards and "grazing" on food prepared by Maylene. 
   Red, you and Maylene insisted many times we stay at your home instead of a Motel. This was indeed a privilege. 
   Sometimes there would be 10 or 12 people that would go to see shows, and then eating out or "grazing" at the Rabenecks.  
   We first met Pearl and Bud at one of the contests of the "Big Creek Boys", and really got to know them at your home. They were fun! Bud walked up and down the hills in your area with some of us. He kept us going!
   I could keep on writing, but I think you've got the message about how much we love and care for you. 
   We will see Maylene in Heaven someday. I know she is watching us so we must be ready when our time comes to join her. We miss her now.
   God bless you all, and don't forget about us.  Remember to keep in touch.   Lyle & Frances

What can you say about Maylene. There just aren't enough words to being or end. Maylene will always missed. No one will ever  replace a unique person like this.

To a son a mother love is everything. But her love is still with me. In my heart and in my mind. I will think of my mom each & everyday.

To a son a mothers love is everything. Even tho she is not with me, her love will always be with me. I will have that love in my heart & mind each day.

She was an amazing lady and will be dearly missed by all who knew her and never forgotten

Maylene
Conjure an icon. A genteel, loving, vivacious, multi-talented Southern lady. Married to and loved by Red for decades. Red has always loved her. 
She raised Larry, Jimmy and Kenny (our editor). And probably Red, too. Consummate cook, crocheter, and collector she assembled a premier collection of High Standards, and helped Ken and Red with theirs.
Maylene maintained personal high standards and expected the same from others. She has friends in many collectors circles. Every one loved her and helped with her collections. We all loved her cookies and the smile that warmed hearts regardless of the season. She is a cohesive force in our world. Her fragile frame, silver hair, winning smile and smiling eyes complete her image as an icon.

So sorry to get this news. I am so glad that Dorothy and I got to meet Maylene, just wish we could have spent more time with her! We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Thanks for letting us know. Laura

Our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts are with you. You have had such an incredible partner, and life together. I hope your Family is close and give you support. What a loss to all. Take care ,and keep in touch. Ron

In the hardest things we do, love sees us through. No one truly comprehends the loss that you feel, the sadness that you must be going through. And yet, warm thoughts are reaching out in hopes that you will know the strength and comfort that we wish you. With Sympathy and understanding, so sorry to hear about Maylene. Melba called and told us the other day. 
Love, Garnett & Nell

I was very sorry to hear you have lost someone so precious to your heart. I know words can't begin to comfort you at this sad time, but please remember how much you are cared about, and know you are being kept in thoughts of deepest care and love. With love, Ralph & Mary Ann

Red & Family -
May it comfort you to know that others care, and may you find new hope and peace in the days ahead.
Lots of Love and prayers to a special family.
Lyle and Francis

Malvern & Family, Kenny & Jimmy:
We were so sorry to hear about Maylene. Still does not seem possible. You and Maylene were just like our own family. We loved both of you and enjoyed you coming to our house. We loved the Domino games that we played, and the wonderful times we had at your house. Going to see the good shows. The wonderful meals that Maylene cooked for us. The Domino games we played with Pearl, Bud, Maylene & you. We had a wonderful visit and some very good times. We loved Maylene very much and are going to miss being with her. She was a wonderful person. You take care and are welcome to come to our house any time. 
Love to all, Bouncer & Melba

Sorry I couldn't be there. My Back has kept me from doing so many things the last four years. I still miss Charlie so much. I was so sorry to hear of Maylene's passing. But she had a nice full life. And so glad to hear she had made her peace with God. She's in a beautiful place & free of pain. I have very special memories of Maylene & Branson & Big Creek. She was a very special person. But ALL will miss her!   Kathy

May cherished memories bring you peace at this most difficult time. We are sorry for your loss and were honored to have known Maylene.

I first met Maylene Rabeneck at the Kansas City HSCA Annual Meeting in July of 2002 and fell in love with her LEMON BARS.  She always brought an ample supply with her to every meeting along with a myriad of other goodies.  I will never forget the greetings and hugs she bestowed on all our fellow members and always made me feel special.  My favorite memory was at the 2006 Tulsa Annual Meeting and Show when I had to fast walk through the show in order to stay ahead of Maylene so as to have a chance to find something for my collection. She had a quick eye and even a quicker draw on her wallet.  Maylene, your passing has created an empty space for me and for all of us.

My best memory of Maylene is visiting with her and Malvern at their house in Hollister a few years ago.  Rayanne and Billy and I were coming back home from a vacation in St. Louis and we stopped to visit with Malvern and Maylene on the way back. They kindly treated us to lunch at a restaurant in Branson.  I don't remember the name of the restaurant, but the food was really good, and if you wanted seconds on rolls, they threw them to you.  Maylene was really good at catching those rolls!  She was a kind, generous lady and she will be missed.

RED,KEN,JIM AND FAMILYS:
I AM NOT GOOD AT THESE THINGS,BUT YOU ARE
ALL IN MY THOUGHTS. I AM GLAD THAT I DROP
BY AND SAW MAYLENE AND RED,EVEN IF THE TIME WAS SHORT. SHE MEET ME AT THE DOOR
LIKE A LITTLE ELFE, WITH A TWINKLE IN HER EYES.
JT

RED,KEN,JIM AND THEIR FAMILY
I AM NOT GOOD AT THIS, BUT YOU ALL ARE IN
MY THOUGHTS. I GLAD I STOPPED AND SAW MAYLENE AND RED, EVEN IF THE TIME WAS
BRIEF. SHE GREATED ME AT THE DOOOR,LIKE A
LITTLE ELF.
JT

Red, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Maylene. It was not until moments ago that we heard of her passing. She was a beautiful lady, inside and out. Her spunk, youthfulness and overwhelming intelligence has inspired us for many years. Her lovely face will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  
Alan and Carol McCloud

A huge loss for all the folks who knew Maylene but, 70 years of wonderful memories for Red who had the privilege of sharing those years with her.

Great Grandma was so special to me. I didn't get to see her often but she was always there for a hug, story or with something special she made. I am just simply happy to have known a smart, strong and caring person. I am also happy she got to meet my husband and children, and  show them the love she has shown me. She will be greatly missed and loved.

Maylene was a fine woman blessed with a very nice family.  It was an honor to have known her.   God bless.

Grandma Maylene was one of the most wonderful, gracious, thoughtful people we have ever known and I am proud to be her granddaughter.  I wish we could be there with the rest of the family at this time.  We love you, Grandma.

IT WAS A HONOR AND PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN HER
MY HEART FELT BEST TO YOU
REGARDS
GEORGE SMITH
OFF THE WALL FIREARMS

Nothing can ease yhe difficulty of what is happening in your life, but every day - you are wished a little peace of mind.
Love with all my heart, and always I am thinking of you. 
Pearl

We will never forget the wonderful times we shared with you in Hollister.  
All our card games and all the wonderful desserts Maylene always made.
She was a gracious hostess and a good friend.  We will never forget her.

So sorry to hear about the passing of such a sweet, beautiful lady. She always had something nice to say when she came up and talked to me at the show. I am sure God has a special place set aside for her. With so much sympathy for the family, Luther and Carolyn.

Hi Red 
I have often wished that I have words to help ease the pain and the loss you are suffering. The only words I know seem inadequate. Please believe my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.   
Bruce

Hi Red,
  
I'm so sorry to hear of Maylene's passing, but we know that she is now living a life far better than any human could possibly imagine. Ultimately the only cure for humans suffering a fatal illness is when Jesus calls us home. That's pretty much the Christmas message. You and your family are in my prayers. 
 
Phil

Dear Mr. Rabeneck,

I wanted to take a moment and tell you personally how sorry I am for your loss. I know that Ms.Maylene is whole and complete in Heaven and that it is a sweeter place with her there, but I know how much you are gonna miss her. She always made such a beautiful impression on those who knew her and I will always have an image in my mind of her puttering around in the yard with the flowers and getting the mail.:)

We will be praying for you and those in your family that are going through this difficult time.

Love and God Bless,

Penny, Bill and Gracie Loden

Red, We want you to know how sorry we are that you have lost your sweetheart of seventy years.  Maylene was such a LADY. As long as we knew her I never heard her say a cross word about anyone.  I don't think I can say that about anyone else.  
 
I love the afghan she made me.  I told her I use it when I'm watching T V downstairs.
 
We had some good times at all the Talent nights years ago.  Remember when she won the prize for the best dressed at a Valentines Dance at Crockys?
 
We are in Gulf Shores Alabama for a couple of months.  So we wont be coming up Sunday but want you to know your family will be in our prayers.  It really was a privilege to know Maylene.  She truly was a “one of a kind”.
 
We hopefully will be home in March sometime and hope to see you then.  Your Friends and Neighbors,  Ginger & Cliff

To Malvern and family,
I can remember meeting you and Maylene several times over the years, and she was always such a nice, gracious lady.  I also remember being very impressed with the displays that she built for her gun collection.  They showed quite an artistic flair.  I think she had quite a talent there.
God bless you and your family during this time of mourning.

To Red and family:
We just learned of Maylene's passing today.  We too remember the enjoyable times we had at Big Creek and your graciousness in opening your home at the Hollister lake house during the Branson talent shows. You and Maylene were always kind and generous especially when we got married almost 21 years ago. Knowing both of you will always be a highlight in our lives.   May God bless you and keep you. 
 Glen and Cindy Bowman

Maylene stayed at the hotel I work, for many years when she came to Tulsa for the Gun Show. I always looked forward to seeing her and getting a big hug. She found out that my mom had passed, and that my mom croceted. The next time I saw her she had made me the most beautiful red scarf.  I was shocked that she would show me such kindness.  When I heard she was sick and could not come last fall, I was sad to think I would not get to see her again.  When Ken got to the hotel, he had a afgan that Maylene had made me.  It brought tears to my eyes. Someone so very kind, she even remembered my favorite color is purple. I hope she and my mom meet in heaven and do some croceting together.  They were two of the sweetest women I have ever known.  My thoughts and prayers go out to all Maylene's family.

To the Rabeneck family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.  Maylene's
warm personality and gracious smile will be missed--as well as that chuckle of hers when she would find a desirable High Standard before I saw it at gun shows.Knowing Maylene, she already baked several batches of cookies for God

Red & entire Rabeneck Family, We offer our sincere condolences and want you to know how much we have admired both of you.  We will always remember her kind and sweet spirit.  Barbara & Zeke  (your neighbors on the Hill)

To the Rabeneck family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.  Maylene had a warm and generous smile.  I will miss her chuckle when she would beat me to a High Standard at gun shows.  We all will  miss her cookies and I bet she has already has baked some for God.

"Maylene was always a go-getter for the 12 years we knew her.  She was a great neighbor and caring person.  Our condolences to Red and family.  We know there is a special place in heaven for good people like Maylene.

Red, Ken, Jim and all the family, we send our deepest sympathy to you all.  Maylene was such a wonderful, loving and gracious lady.  We will truly miss her and never forget the wonderful times we all spent together.  We had a ball at the Big Creek Show through the years and so enjoyed eating those wonderful meals and cookies she so hospitably made for us at your home in Hollister.  We have so many memories that we will always cherish and never forget.  We know her spirit is in Heaven and we look forward to seeing and visiting with her again soon.  God Bless you all.

Oh, Ms. Maylene
There must be Hi Standards in Heaven.  The Bible says "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desire of your heart"

I will miss talking with you, Maylene, and drivin' that hard bargain, with a wink and a smile.  Maybe if I make it to heaven, we can swap again.  Slant grip victors,  Olympics,  wonderful things...

Ken, you're a good man and I'm sure you are doing your duty to your mom and your family.  God be with you.

I was saddened to hear of Maylene's passing. I think she will always be the Grand Lady of High Standards. May God grant each of you peace and comfort at this time.

My thoughts and prayers are with all the Rabeneck family. I only just had the privilege of meeting Maylene this past summer at the MVACA show, but her passion for HSCA and her love of family was clear to see.

Very sincere condolences for your loss of someone so special.May friends and family help you through the days ahead.

Red and Family,  We will always have fond memories of Maylene - she was an incredible woman who was passionate about everything she did.  Maylene was such an inspiration to both of us as we watched her kindness towards everyone she would speak to, mentor and educate at the gun shows.  She inspired me (Cynda) to start my own collection of High Standard Derringers. Peace be with you and your family - you are in our prayers.  Thomas and Cynda Jones

Red, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.

So sorry to hear of Maylene's passing, Red. May she rest in peace and may your many memories bring you comfort and peace.

Red, Ken and Jim, I share your grief at the loss of Maylene. May God console you and your families in the coming days.  I have been fortunate to to know your wife and mother for  a number of yeas through the HSCA. In the most recent years my trips to the Kansas City MVACA show was as much to see you and my other friends as to go to  the show itself. The meals together were very special. You have a wonderful family that I feel privileged to know.

Maylene was special to all who knew her.  She had a beautiful spirit. 

May god keep you and comfort you in this trying time.

We will miss you, Maylene. Our prayers are with your family.

I would like to offer my condolences to the Rabeneck family.  While I did not know Maylene personally, I do know that she was very active in the HSCA and will always be remembered by it's members.

Jim Petlak, Wallingford, CT

Maylene was such a kind, sweet person. Much love & prayers, Redgie & Holly Gutshall

Maylene was a friendly person, not only a wife and mother, but a lady of many abilities in her own right.  She is now without pain and at rest.

Maylene was our friend. She was always making sure everyone was having a good time. She was the best. A gracious Lady. We will miss her.

What a wonderful hospitable soul that passed to her rewards. The memories of her ever present graciousness, even after many years, are the standards held by me.Red you, Ken, Micky, and the rest of your wonderful family are held in our prayers. Love Phillip & Emma Zachary

We Loved Maylene.  We have great memories of going to the Opry with her and Red!  She was a wonderful host to our family whenever we visited and we will miss her greatly.  She was a lot of fun.  You all will be in our prayers.  Sherry, Larry And Alpha Ehrhardt

Maylene was always such a gracious person making everyone feel welcome in her home.  We will remember her happy smile and great outlook on life.  We are blessed to have known her.  Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Vern & Marilyn Raines

Maylene was an inspiration to us all in the HSCA. She always had a smile and was like a Mom to all of us that knew her. Just a wonderful person to be around.

Red and Maylene's long enduring and inspiring love and devotion is a lofty goal for all of us. Our love, Rob and Abby Mouat

A beautiful lady, whose family meant everything to her, having Maylene as a friend has enriched my life tremendously.  My thoughts and prayers are with all of Maylene's family.

Red, Ken, Jim and the entire Raybeneck family we offer our sincere condolences for your loss. Maylene will always be remembered by us for her kindness and her friendship. She surely was one of the Great Generation and will be missed.
Bob & Mickey Waldinger

Today, Saturday, December 29, 2012, at high noon, exactly 12:00 o'clock, Maylene, my wife for 70 years, squeezed my hand for the last tine, and quietly stopped breathing. So ended the life of my partner, my inspiration, and my main reason for living, just one month and one day before her 89th birthday. It was just 71 years and 2 days since I first saw her, riding a bike down a gravel road in the Arkansas boondocks. It is just five months and 4 days since we happily celebrated our 70th wedding anniversary, with no thought of having this happen so soon after.
My wife was one of those rare people who was instinctively liked by all who met her. She was a woman of many talents, who never admitted to having any of those talents. When I married her, she was already an accomplished cook, baker, seamstress, crocheter, and farm worker. She was a very good piano player in her younger years. She colorized black and white photos in the days before color film was generally used. She was an accomplished fabric painter. She did plastic casting in the early days of the plastic era. She is still a licensed ham radio operator, W0MPX call, and was also once a licensed Citizen's Band operator. When I collected clocks, she became an antique watch collector, a NAWCC member who worked on her own watches. She was a better than average rifle and handgun shot, a present member of NRA, HSCA,  & MVACA. She won many awards for her displays at MVACA shows, and other shows. She was also the manager of our real estate rental business, handling all the daily details, the book keeping, cleaning,and assisting in the maintenance. She has worked very hard the past few years making crocheted articles (afghans, scarves, tablecloths, and bedspreads) for most of the members of our family.
My loss is heaven's gain. She made her peace with GOD and her fate soon after the diagnosis of stage 4 brain and abdominal cancer. At original diagnosis, the Docs did not think she would be here a week later. When we got her to Kansas City, the Docs did not think she would make Thanksgiving. After Thanksgiving, they did not think she would make Christmas. She never bemoaned her fate, accepted it and kept her good spirits to the end.
To anyone who gets CANCER, it is easily cured if you get the information in time, though not often by the cut, burn, and poison methods of main-stream medicine. Search the Internet for the information. I did not get it in time, and it has shattered my life.

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Maylene Rabeneck

January 30, 1924 – December 29, 2012

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