Mildred (Thompson) McDaniel was born January 8, 1930 to Dolton and Mary (Tatum) Thompson in Panola County, Texas. She is preceded in death by both parents, brother, Odell Thompson, sister, Glennie Bea Terry. At an early age she accepted Jesus Christ into her life, and was baptized. After moving to Oklahoma she was a faithful member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Mildred completed her formal education, and wedded the love of her life, Herman McDaniel, on February 8, 1948. She continued her career in the cosmetology field, and she had many, many talents and gifts she untilized to help with the welfare of her family. She is survived by her husband, Herman McDaniel, seven children: Frances (Delbert) Parker, Deborah Parker, Dean (Leola) McDaniel, Tina Frazier-McDaniel, Hiram (Olivia) McDaniel, Miranda (George) Felton, and Devon McDaniel. She leaves a legacy of 20 beloved grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 2 great, great-grandchildren. She held a special place in her heart for her nephews, John and Glenn Campbell, niece Sharron Walters, brothers-in-law Maceo and Morris McDaniel and their wives, Gloria and Bobbie McDaniel, other special nephews, nieces, cousins, many other relatives and friends.