Marion A. Maynard

Marion A. Maynard, 87, of Lewisburg, OH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, January 15, 2020 at his home. Born February 15, 1932 in Zebulon, KY, he was a son of the late Robert M. and Hettie (Looney) Maynard. He proudly served with the US Army from 1952 - 1954. Early in life, Marion worked in construction and was also a heavy equipment operator. Then, for the next 45 years, he was the owner of the Lewisburg IGA and the well-known Midway Restaurant in Lewisburg. He was a man with a strong Christian faith and at one time, served as a minister with the Church of Christ in Dayton. Marion was also a member of the Lewisburg Lions Club. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death on December 31, 1993 by beloved wife Blanche (McCoy) Maynard; grandchildren Chassity Hall, Kimberly Maynard and Eric Hofacker; along with 5 brothers and 4 sisters. Survived by children Brenda Whitlow and husband Charles, Timmy Maynard and wife Anita, Deborah Maynard, Donna Hofacker and husband Randy, and Steven Maynard; 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 12 great great grandchildren; companion of 20 years Irene Vore, sisters Geraldine Collins and Gay Smith; brother Ronnie Maynard; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call on the family from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Robert L. Crooks Funeral Center at Preble Memory Gardens - 3377 US Rt. 35 - West Alexandria. The funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM with Brother Don Tucker presiding. Services will conclude at the graveside at Preble Memory Gardens Cemetery with a brief committal service and presentation of the military honors at the graveside by the Preble County Honor Guard. In Lieu of flowers, the family would encourage contributions in Maynard's honor to a charity of your choice. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Marion A. Maynard please visit our Sympathy Store.