Ronald James Maynard, 70, longtime resident of North Haven, passed away Monday, April 15, 2013 at the Yale New Haven Hospital. He was the cherished and loving husband of Gayle Campbell Maynard. He was born in Ansonia, on April 10, 1943; son of the late Ralph and Burtnether McPhail Maynard. Ron served his country faithfully in the U.S. Marine Corps during the early 1960’s and took part in the Cuban Missile Blockade. A Graduate of Southern CT State University, he worked as salesperson in the Glass Bottle and Pharmaceutical industries until illness forced his early retirement. He was an avid golfer and member of the Laurel View C.C. for many years. He coached North Haven Youth Hockey, and was an active member and Liturgical Assistant at St. John’s Episcopal Church.
Besides his wife, Mr. Maynard is survived by his children, Heather Maynard (Sam) Groves of Concord, North Carolina and Michael S. Tobin of New Milford, two granddaughters, Skylar Corrine Groves and Meghan Anne Tobin, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, the late Ralph K. Maynard.
His Funeral Procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Ave., Monday morning at 9:30. Funeral Services will be conducted in the St. John’s Episcopal Church at 10:00. Interment with full military honors will follow in Center Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Sunday from 3 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Church, 3 Trumbull Place, North Haven, CT. 06473 or the Wounded Warrior Project., P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS. 66675
Our prayers go out to your family. May the Lord grant you all His peace.
Dear Gayle: I offer you and your family my heartfelt condolences and prayers on your loss. May your beloved husband’s soul rest in peace. May God grant you and yours peace and strength in the coming days.
Ronnie you were an amazing man. You always had a smile and welcomed me always with open arms. You and Gayle have “adopted” me into your family and I love you both for that. I love you and miss you already. God has another beautiful angel and that you are at peace. Gayle , Michael , Heather you are all in my heart and in my prayers. I love you all. Rest in peace my dear friend Ronnie.
Love always,
Lina
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are praying for your family Heather! May the peace of the Lord be with you.
Gayle, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are so sad to hear of Ronnie’s passing. We know he is in a more peaceful place.
Although we haven’t seen each other for years, we can say when we think of him, it will always bring a smile to our faces and warmth to our lives.
We are honored to know such a special man.
Our love to you Gayle and to Michael and Heather. You’ll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Heather and Sam,
Your sweet father looks so handsome. We are very sorry for your loss. Trusting that our faithful God will bring comfort to you all.
With love,
The Schreiber Family
Many thoughts & prayers with you at this time. We’re honored to attend his services .
Gayle,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time.
Love,
Dana
Dear Gayle ,
It is extremely sad for me to know of the tragic incident.
All your dear ones, ur family and ur friendz are your pillars of strength at this moment.
May You have the courage. May the departed soul be in peace.
Deepest condolences from me
Our Condolences.
May his soul rest in peace.
Gayle, so sorry about your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Dear Cousin Gayle and family. We will all miss Ronnie’s great smile and kind heart. Love and prayers for you all.
God bless your entire family at this time. Always remember God is in control and is always available.
Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. Ronnie will be missed by so many people; he was a kind hearted man with a great sense of humor. Ronnie was always able to make me laugh. It was a privilege to know him. God Bless! Love, Ray and Karen Thomas
Our prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Dear Gayle & family,
May your memories of the times spent & the love you shared bring you warmth & comfort in the days ahead.
Thoughts & prayers,
Susan & Ann
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. May he rest in peace
Dear Gayle, May God’s grace always shine upon you and your family, you are are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gayle and family, our hearts and thoughts are with you during this time of loss. Reading all the expressions of love and support from your circle of friends is very uplifting. May all be well with you.
Ronnie your adoptive family in Maine will miss you. We will miss your smiling face on the annual visit to Maine, but will make sure Mother Gayle keeps the tradition up. Gayle we love you and will be there for you. Love Den, Jodi, Zach, Ben and Wags
Hi Gayle,
So sorry for your loss. It’s been many years, but I remember all of your little stories of your husband and his exploits on and off the golf course. I know he will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
-Eric