Gerald "Jerry" Allen Maynard

Gerald "Jerry" Allen Maynard, 83, of Chillicothe, went to be with his Lord on July 27, 2017 at his home. He was born on January 13, 1934, in Youngstown, the son of the late Carroll E. and Zelma (Weiler) Maynard. On June 20, 1953, he married his loving wife of 60 years, Wanda Lee (Caudill) Maynard, who preceded him in death in 2013. He graduated from Circleville High School in 1952.

Jerry is survived by his son, James A. Maynard; daughters, Kathy (Bill) McCoy, Bonnie (Paul) Cruse, and Tina (David) Sayre; sister, Marian (Don) Rinkliff; and many adored grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Ted Maynard.

Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all. He was a retired sheet metal worker and long time Chillicothe resident. He loved working with his hands and being outside close to nature. He attended Hilltop Mission and supported his Church with his time and talents. Jerry will always be remembered for his testimony for God, pleasant smile, good sense of humor, and love for others.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 1 at 12:00 p.m. at the HILL FUNERAL HOME, Kingston with Pastor Bob Jividen officiating. Jerry will be laid to rest beside his wife, Wanda, in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to attend visitation prior to the service on Tuesday from 10 – 12 p.m. at Hill's (24 W. Ing Street, Kingston). Condolences can be made on Jerry's online guest registry at www.hillfhkingston.com .