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Maynard Spence Obituary
Barbara Spence was thumbing through a cookbook several weeks ago, when she noticed a note stuck between the pages among the cookie recipes. It read, "I love you, M."
The M was Maynard S. Spence Jr., 42, her husband, a man with a deep devotion and a flair for the romantic. A few years earlier, Mr. Spence had exhausted an entire pad of sticky notes to his wife and hidden them around the house; even today, Mrs. Spence is finding them.
His love notes may have been stealth, but his presence was not. His laugh was big and deep, and colleagues at the Marsh & McLennan office in Atlanta — a construction safety consultant, he was at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11 for a meeting — always knew when the gregarious, seemingly perpetually happy Mr. Spence was in the vicinity.
"It was the most honest laugh you could imagine," his manager, Gary L. Pohlmann, said of Mr. Spence, whom family and friends also remember for his love of barbecue and pickup basketball. The laugh, Mr. Pohlmann said, was one that "everybody in our office continues to wait to hear."
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Dave Callaway
September 11, 2024
I too lived in Douglasville GA, but I never had the pleasure of knowing Maynard. I found out about him 13 years ago on 9/11 and just want to extend my heartfelt sorrow to the family because like him, we are fellow Americans who love our country. I will always remember you. Rest in Peace brother.
Bobbie Spence
September 11, 2023
Remembering Maynard Spence Jr 22 years later... I visit he & his Dad's graves @Prospect Cemetery in Ebony VA & place American flags. We will never forget....
Steve Hulme
February 12, 2020
Maynard I enjoyed working with you in Tampa at the Liberty Mutual office. Our prayers are with you and your family and those who lost their lives with you on that fateful day. Your smile and laughter were larger than life and still lives on in all of our hearts... you will always be remembered...
William Dickson
September 11, 2019
Miss you my cousin, brother and friend! We will never forget!
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John Drew
September 11, 2018
Maynard was an awesome friend and colleague. I greatly miss our times out on project sites doing site safety walks. He was truly great explaining safety requirements to workers at the site and really helped me gain better insight into how it impacted my job as a Program Manager. I think of him often when Im out on project sites. Miss you my friend!!
Reginald Bohannon
September 11, 2018
Maynard may God continue to bless you and your family.
Robert Finn
September 11, 2016
Hi Maynard: Went to a 9/11 ceremony at our local fire house and had you on my mind the entire time. I'm sure you and God are planning great things and I'm glad to see "he" is using expert advice. You are one of the best and I miss your thoughts.
Gary Pohlmann
September 11, 2015
Still missing you my friend.
Odalys Medina(Mujica)
September 16, 2014
May God keep you in his loving arms and may he give Barbara strength and comfort. Your Liberty Mutual family will not forget either of you.
Odalys Medina(Mujica)
September 16, 2014
May God keep you in his loving arms and may he give Barbara strength and comfort. Your Liberty Mutual family will not forget either of you.
linda marchionni
September 14, 2014
May you always remain in God's grace and you will never be forgotten.
Leslie Roods
September 11, 2014
I think of you at every mention of 9/11. Will always remember you dropping by my desk at Liberty - always upbeat. Today in upstate NY dawned gray, dismal and fitting for this day of mourning.
I know God holds you safe in his arms but you are missed.
Shawn Spence
September 11, 2014
We remember them all, whether we knew them or not, whether they were our family or not. Perhaps somewhere deep within our family tree, we lost someone we never knew.
Dawn Vittoria
September 11, 2014
Someone reminded me that today was September 11th. I smiled at them and thought I will never forget.
Dawn Cullom Vittoria
December 26, 2013
Happy 55th Birthday! I love you and miss you.
Nancy Smith Harrison
September 12, 2013
Patrick Johnson
September 11, 2013
GI Joe worked with me on several projects. I still to this day remember his gregarios and infectious ways. I am proud to have known him, and am a better man because of him. He was one of a kind. A kindred spirit that will live with me all of my life. He was quite the gentleman, and quite the gentle man. Patrick Johnson
Katrina Dickson Carr
September 11, 2013
Jif, today 12 years later...the family still thinks of you. I know that while I was at work today, I thought of you. I looked up at the sky and knew that you were looking down and keeping an eye on me. I still continue to think of you on a daily basis. You may be gone...but you are most certainly not forgotten by family and friends. We still continue to remember the good times we had with you. R.I.P. my dear cousin.
Nancy, Barbara's Mother
Nancy Smith Harrison
September 11, 2013
September 10, 2013
Barbara, my heartfelt prayers for you and yours tomorrow. Susan....sales agent from CRC...2001
Carolyn Decker
September 12, 2011
Dearest Maynard (always Jif to me)... so many years have passed since I danced you to sleep as a baby in your parents' home. Since I lived with your family during my teens, you were more like a little brother than my nephew. I'm so proud of the man you became. So proud to be a great-aunt to your two daughters...they are beautiful...they favor you a lot too. God bless you...we will meet again. I love you. Aunt Carolyn
Bruce Duty
September 12, 2011
My wife and I attended a motorcycle ride in GA in memory of 9-11. We were given a bracelet with Maynard S. Spence's name. We rode for him on Sunday, Sept 11, 2011.
Katrina Dickson Carr
September 12, 2011
It's been 10 years since you were taken from us. We all think of you on 9-11. We all remember the good times that we had growing up. I know that I'll see you again. R.I.P my dear cousin
Janet Stoda
September 11, 2011
Today I attended a 9-11 community remembers event at Coker College in Hartsville South Carolina. Everyone who attended were given a slip of tissue paper with a name of someone who was lost that day. I was given your name. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. In honor of you, I light this candle.
J Carter
September 11, 2011
We will never forget. God Bless.
Linda Marchionni
September 11, 2011
A candle of light in your honor.
Gary Pohlmann
September 11, 2011
Bud,
Spending time today on your bench outside our office, now, 10 years later, the sky is the same unbelievable blue...your daughters are grown and Barbara soldiers on, you would be so very proud of them. On my construction sites, I wear your safety glasses that Barb gave me, I try to honor your dedication to our profession, but fall far short of your skill and professionalism, but I do remember your feelings about your sites......."That's MY crane......."
We all know you are watching...
Katrina Dickson Carr
May 2, 2011
Well, Jif, you can finally rest in peace. Justice has been served for our family after a very long time. Yes, Osama bin Laden is dead. It's been almost 10 years since you were tragically taken from us. But you know that you will always be in our hearts, thoughts, and minds. I know that your girls miss you very much. R.I.P. my dear cousin
Aunt Carolyn
September 12, 2010
Jif...you were like my little brother. I am so glad we had a nice talk not too long before 9/11. I love you...and I'll see you again.
Katrina Dickson Carr
September 12, 2010
I agree with what Dawn said. Jif is always loved and missed by family and friends. Reality struck home for me last year when I heard his name read for the very first time as one of the victims of 9-11-2001. He is still loved and missed by everyone in the Spence, Evans, Haggerty, and Dickson families. I do know that we'll all be with him again someday.
Dawn Mooney
September 11, 2010
Always missing you and always loving you.
Larry Melton
September 10, 2010
I just recently found out about Jiff from going back to Roanoke Rapids, NC and visiting friends after 38 years. Jiff and I played basketball and got into others things 12-13 year old boys get into. He was a great buddy and by reading some of the other messages here, he became and great man. Much love to his family.
Brenda Heffner
September 11, 2009
Remembering an old friend -
Dawn Cullom Mooney
September 11, 2009
I will always remember growing up with you and you biting me. I would tattle, you would be put in the corner. And when you got out you would always come and bite me again.
I will always remember Friday nights at your house and playing board games until early in the morning.
I will always remember double dating with you. Being the special singer when you preached.
I will always remember when you first introduced me to Kristina.
I will always remember.
September 11, 2009
we miss you
Bob Finn
March 6, 2009
Maynard taught me many things about our mutual business. He was easy going - most of the time - and had a sense of humour that spread throughout a room when he laughed. I worked at the WTC for several weeks after 9-11 and believe I talked to Maynard each day. He was still teaching me things. We miss you!
Dawn Mooney
December 26, 2008
Wow today is the big day! You would be 50! Happy Birthday! I miss you.
Doug Abraham
December 26, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Katrina Carr
September 11, 2008
I never knew him as Maynard. I always knew him as Jiff. He was a very loving and caring cousin. I remember going to his dad's ranch as a child to ride horses. He's missed by all of his family and friends. It was a tragic day for the Dickson family when we lost him.
Ken Wachman
May 24, 2008
Here I sit in my office on Memorial Day weekend planning next weeks safety business and of all people that come to my mind is Maynard and my father both whom I lost in the late ninetys. Maynard was my mentor. He was always there for me back in the cable tv days at Jones Intercable in Tampa, Fl as well years later at Staff Leasing. Maynard was not just a smart caring individual, but a true friend to everyone he touched. As I continue to age I wonder what my life would have been if he were still around. I know one thing and that is I sure do miss being able to call on him for his wisdom and friendship. Take care friend.
Ken Wachman
Brenda Heffner
February 19, 2008
I had the priveledge of working with Maynard as his office clerk when he worked at Liberty.
I will always remember him, not only for his love of life and tremendous laugh, but his absolute true love for his wife and girls. He spoke of them always and was so in-love with Barbara you could hear it in his conversations. I've always wanted to share that with her and now that i found this Guest book i'm able to do so. Maynard will always be missed by everyone who knew him.
As i am typing, another 911 show is on and it saddens me deeply for the familys loss. My prayers are with you all . May God shower His comfort upon you until you meet him again in Heaven.
Doug Abraham
December 26, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Gary Pohlmann
September 11, 2007
We will never forget you Maynard, sorry I lost it today Barbara, but you know.....anyway, I am still hearing his laugh.
Love,
Gary
Susan Vaccaro
September 11, 2007
I will never forget Mayanrd and Barbara. What a beautiful couple and so in love. I had the honor of getting to know them while bringing them through the home building process.
Maynard, I will never forget your spunk and zest for life. God bless.
Susan
kristine
September 4, 2007
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
March 18, 2007
In remembrance....
Dawn
December 26, 2006
Happy Birthday! I will look at the stars tonight and know they are your candles. The light that will never go out.
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
October 27, 2006
Very sorry about your loss! Sincere sympathy, Pat - R.N. in TN
Dawn Cullom Mooney
September 11, 2006
I couldn't visit this site until today. It has been five years and yet it feels like yesterday. I remember all the good times and bad times that we had growing up together. I'm happy to say there are far many more good times. You were like my brother and I miss you so much. What I would give for you to be able to pull another practical joke on me. I don't think I ever told you enough how much you mean to me.
Ray Fisher
September 11, 2006
I didn't know Jiff well, but we went to high school together in Roanoke Rapids, NC. He dated a friend of mine and I mostly knew him through mutual friends. But he was always a nice guy to be around and had a smile for everyone.
I did not know he was at Ground Zero until about 6 months after the attacks. When I read the name Maynard Spence, I ran to my 1977 year book and found his picture. My heart goes out to his family and friends and pray that God will continue giving you comfort.
March 28, 2006
we will remember you.
LaTanya Wedlowe-Banks
September 12, 2005
This is my first time seeing this guest book. My sympathy and prayers still go out to the family. I worked with Maynard at Marsh USA Atlanta. He was a great co-worker. We traveled together to various construction sites. Maynard had a great attitude and he told great jokes. He is surely missed.
shirley costantin/revell
October 14, 2004
maynard was my first cousin. his mother was my fathers sister. i haven't seen him since he was a toddler. i remember a cute energetic little boy. i see by his picture he looked exactly like his dad. i didn't learn for months after 9/11 that he was there that day. my heart just broke for he and his family. i loved his parents very much and i hope his wife and children are coping well. my heart goes out to you for that senseless, brutal tragedy. god bless you and yours!
Katrina Carr
September 14, 2004
Was just reading about a dear cousin who died on that terrible day of 9-11-2001. He was truly a loved cousin by everyone in the Dickson/Hagerty families. He is truly missed by everyone. He was always affectionately known as "Jif" to all of us. That was one nickname that definitely stuck.
You are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers, Jif. You'll never be forgotten.
Your loving cousin,
Katrina Dickson Carr
Debra Hetzer
September 13, 2004
I was fortunate enough to meet and work with Maynard when he was assigned to Staff Leasing as a Liberty Mutual loss control rep and then later employed as a Safety Director for Staff Leasing.
Words cannot describe this man. He was truly genuine - something that is very rare in people now-a-days. Maynard knew how to live for the moment and enjoy life to it's fullest. His enthusiasm just sucked you in. Even if you were having a bad day - there was no way you couldn't smile when he walked into the room. I concur with others that his deep laugh will echo in my ears forever and his charming, pleasant smile will remain a thought of comfort in my mind. Maynard loved his family so very much. I know that he is watching over Barbara and his girls every day.
I recently visited New York and stayed in a hotel across the street from the WTC site. As I stood looking out of my window onto the site - I could hear Maynard's laugh and see him smiling as he tried to encourage others during those last moments.
God Bless you and watch over your loved ones until you meet again.
Gary Pohlmann
September 11, 2004
My friend,
I still hear your laughter, it slows my tears and makes me smile.
Savannah Day
September 8, 2004
I will always remember Maynard, no matter what... Maynard is always in my mind and seeing him laughing and winking at me everytime i turned around. What an awesome cousin i have! God Bless Maynard...
2nd Cousin,
Savannah
Mariann Travers
January 31, 2004
Dear Maynard:
I had the pleasure of working with you at Libety Mutual in the Loss Prevention Department. I will never forget your laughter. I pray for you everyday. I know you are in Heaven with God.
Mariann Travers, Miami Springs, FL.
Leslie Roods
September 11, 2003
Hey Maynard -
I guess I'll always think of you on 9/11 for the rest of my life. Still see your smiling face and know that I'll see you again some day.
Leslie
Bryan Russell
September 11, 2003
I originally came from Douglasville, and now I see that this could have happened to anyone. I am sorry it had to be you, but by your tragic death, I finnally realize that you never know what will happen. Thank you for what you have unknowingly given me, and even though I never knew you, You are greatly missed...
Gary Pohlmann
September 11, 2003
Maynard,
Rough day my friend.....
I take comfort in knowing that our Heavenly Father understood what went on that day. My deepest and heartfelt prayers to your family, especially the girls, who I was lucky enough to spend time with in NYC last September.
Again, my only comfort comes from knowing that our Savior understood what happened that day, their time, their chance.....
Your friend,
Gary L. Pohlmann
Ecclesiastes 9:11 - 9:12 (9-1-1)
Gary Pohlmann
August 7, 2003
Maynard,
Miss you, still talk to ya and still seek and get your advice. Thanks.
I know you are in God's loving arms.
Deanie Craven
July 13, 2003
Your life must have been part of a greater plan. "God Speed" from all of us who loved you. Aunt Dinky
Savannah Day
December 17, 2002
I would never forget about him winking at me all the time!!!
Lots of Love,
Savannah
Chuck Ostrander
September 20, 2002
Well dear friend, a year has come and gone. On 9/11 this year Keller and I remembered the "Golf Pro." Anyone who knew you will laugh and I might add, wonder at how you got that nickname! Particularly those who have seen that slice. However, that's what we called you! We will miss your sense of humor, thats a given, but we will miss most who you are. Someone who didn't really know you once said to me, "That Spence really knows how to work a room." Well, I suppose you could if you needed to. There really wasn't much you couldn't do! But with you what you saw was what you got! You were one of the most genuine and loving people I have ever known. So, we will truly miss you. Set up the tee time! God bless!
meryl
September 18, 2002
hi my name is meryl and m y 8th grade class did a big memorial for 911. we all got a list of names of the victims of 911 and Maynard S. Spence Jr. was on my list. I ask the mother or fatherof Maynard to email me on my teachers name it is [email protected] thank you
Jennifer Garrison Camp
September 12, 2002
For the past year, I have read every note, memorial, article, any speck of information I could find out about Maynard Spence. Being a Douglasville resident as he and his wife were, I wished that I could have known him..maybe I had seen him in the supermarket or passed him on the freeway - this man who lived only 5 miles from me, but we never met. Everything I have read about Maynard indicates that he was a true southern gentleman, a wonderful father and husband, and an excellent employee. The best part I've read is that Maynard was a Christian. When I reach those pearly gates I'll be looking for the neighbor I never met, and listening for his trademark laugh. God bless the beautiful memory of his life.
Louise Wilkins
September 11, 2002
Maynard was a great person. We do miss him.
Robin Spence
September 11, 2002
May God's light shine upon you and may He keep you in His arms forever.
Peace - Robin M. Spence
Minnesota
Kimberly Glover
September 10, 2002
Maynard will be missed. We worked together on a few projects while he was at Marsh and the things I remember other than his great disposition and intelligence is how much he loved his wife and 'girls' (as he would say). My heart goes out to wife and children especially, but also to his friends and family.
Sincerely,
Tim Fagerstrom
September 9, 2002
It's been nearly a year dear friend. For those of you reading this, he was "you ole sumbich" I was "you ole dumass." I had the pleasure of making Maynard's acquiantance back in '95, as he was the LC Rep assigned to the account for the company that I then worked. Just a couple of good old country boys, he and I shared many of the same life experiences. The dates of our marriages, and the births of our girls (both of us with two) were remarkably coincidental. What I remember more than anything, was our shared devotion to our brides. There was a time when he and I were to meet at a job in Florida, but because the lovely "Babs" fell out the garage door, possibly breaking her ankle, he called to beg-off for a short while. She, of course, was most embarassed for this mis-step, but, possibly unbeknownst to her, was the butt of a great many laughs thereafter. Maynard was the type of guy who never met anyone he didn't like. I am blessed in having had him as a friend and look forward to that day when we can again, share war stories and our love for our fellow man. I can assure you that he did not go quietly into that great night, but was most probably thinking of us all as he made that journey. Rest well, dear friend. Until we all meet again.
With Love and Admiration,
Tim
Gladys Anderson
September 9, 2002
I worked with Maynard at Liberty Mutual in Ft Lauderdale Office. He was a cool guy. I always enjoyed talking with him.
To his wife Barbara who also worked at Liberty Mutal in Ft Lauderdale I was going thru some company pictures and found one of Maynard at the 85th Anniversery Party for LM
Would like to forward to you if you want.
God Bless
Kellie Eckert
September 6, 2002
From a fellow D'ville resident, my thoughts and prayers are with you
Linda Marchionni
September 6, 2002
I remember as clear as day, all the visits Maynard and I went to while he worked with Staff Leasing. I still remember the two of us standing at the coffee machine while he told me about his upbringing in the South on a farm and all the really great fattening foods he grew up with. I always liked Maynard and he was always a straight shooter and funny. I recently went to visit an old client that he and I met with back in 1997 and that whole day--I felt his presence with me. May you be in GOD's enduring light and love.
Linda
Leo Bowersox
September 3, 2002
I did not know Maynard Spence when he was with us here on earth. So I would like to help keep his memory alive for all who he left behind. Today I ordered a MERCY BAND with his name on it. When I am asked who is that, I will reply "The name of a good man who died young, before his time and also liked BBQ." I want my grandchildren to see me with this band on to remind them of the price some people had to pay on 9/11. My prayers are with his family and friends.
Charlotte Bradnick
August 20, 2002
Maynard was the best friend my brother ever had. My brother Steve being the only son in our family really connected to Maynard. It was a real party when these two got together.
I know Maynard was a christian and I know he was a wonderful person and friend. My brother is still not over this. I dont know how and when he will accept Maynard being gone. I pray for my brothers peace in his heart and also for Barbara his wife and his children. I pray for the peace of our country. I think of Maynard often and Im saddend by the loss for everyone, especially my brother who loved him very much!
God Bless us all.
Charlotte Bradnick
Columbus, Ohio
Todd Pfeiffer
June 26, 2002
Maynard was a great friend. Maynard was one of several who trained me in the safety profession at Liberty Mutual. But, Maynard stood out because he was a true professional. I sought him out for his advice in many instances. He could get along with anyone. Using that sly grin with the right amount of humor and professionalism, he could seemingly always lead clients to the logical conclusion that they needed to improve their safety efforts. I admired and emulated those qualities. Even after my time working with Maynard at Liberty Mutual we had opportunity to work together again when the company I now worked for used Maynard's new company as a consultant. I again relied on his advice. He was someone I sought out to provide a professional reference for me when going for my Certified Safety Professional CSP designation. Maynard was already a CSP, indicating one of the highest levels of professional knowledge in safety; and I again sought out his advice in mid 2001 for my first test in this same process. I was not aware until recently that Maynard was in the WTC on that date. I had tried to contact Maynard afterward to let him know that his reference had helped allow me to be accepted for the test. I could not reach him. Maynard, I passed. Thank you. I'll miss your friendship and advice.
May 7, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN..MAYNARD S.SPENCE AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS WIFE BARBARA ...LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK...MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU "M" AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
christy lucas
March 27, 2002
"UNTIL"
It's hard to find words
To know what to say,
To help the pain mend about that
Terrible day.
It came so suddenly not knowing why
But the angels from heaven
Came to spread there wings and fly.
To that glorious heaven
So many are now there,
Even too early,
No more pain they will share
Or ever endure, with the Lord
They are with, that is for sure.
It's not easy for anyone
To continue on with life,
but knowing we will meet again
At the gate to live eternally
In strife.
Memories always there,
Pictures and photos we can only
Now share...
Until we see you again...
At the Gates of Heaven...
We will be there...
by:Christy Lucas
to my dear kellie, this is for you and your family wrote by me with alot of thought and love in honor of 'jif'.
christy lucas
March 27, 2002
Even though I only met Jif a couple of times he visited his family here in R.R., he was a nice guy that was dearly loved by his family. I know that he is missed by all who knew him and my heart goes out to you all. You stay forever in my prayers.
Love, Christy
Leslie Roods
March 11, 2002
I worked with Maynard at Liberty Mutual. I was just an underwriter back then, with very little experience in loss control. Maynard was one of those people who had no qualms about explaining and re-explaining. He had a wonderful sense of humor and back when he was sporting the goatee, he cut a rakish air.
I'm now a full-fledged loss control underwriter - thanks in part to the experience of working with Maynard...and married to Liberty Loss Control rep, Clint Roods.
Clint is at the WTC now - will be there all month - handling safety for the clean up project. I'm glad he's there - it's one small way to honor Maynard.
And Maynard - if you're looking down from Heaven - we miss ya! Go with God. Love, Leslie
jerry payne
March 11, 2002
As i sit here thinking about "Jif"
I still, to this day can not beleive that he is gone. Jif was one of my best friends from the 6th grade on up, and even to the day he passed. We would always play ball after school . He was not very good at first but if you know Jif he was going to give his all and then some. When I think back, everyone in our group was that way, We never wanted Jif to win, HE WOULD NEVER LET YOU LIVE IT DOWN, AND WITH THAT LAUGH AND TRASH TALKING HE COULD DO, BELEIVE ME, YOU WOULD always play to win with him..
Jif I will always remember you for the friend you were from the time we were just kids until the last time i saw you at a football game on Aug. 31th. you are one of a kind and yes I'm thankful that I had the chance to be one of your friends and hopefully I can be the man that you were love always Jerry, and i will miss your laugh and games.. This is one of the hardest note that I ever wrote in my life. i love and miss you Jif.............
Richard Taylor
March 4, 2002
Today I ran across the Memorial pages as I was reading CNN news articles at lunch. --First I had known of a list of 9/11 victims. I'd been deeply moved, saddened a few months ago to learn from a co-worker that Maynard had been in the WTC for a meeting on thatday and killed.
Maynard moved to Memphis, TN about 1982 or so as a new "loss prevention representative" for Liberty Mutual. Thouh not his boss, I guess I was something of a mentor, as he went through his first year of training in being a safety consultant. I certainly agree with hte aboev tributes by those who knew Maynard better than I: he was honest, alert, fun-loving without being silly. And I remember him as the ONLY person I veer knew who got his "basic training" at work done well ahead of schedule, cheerfully made more than his share of ciustomer visits, and was eager for more!
Maynard was a Christian. --That's the best part of all.
Truly, God is "in control" -- and we will see Mayanrd again!
Richard G. Taylor
Carolyn Decker
February 14, 2002
Maynard was known to me as Jif... he is my nephew and when he was born "Jif Peanut Butter" had recently come out on the market and as a young teen, "Jif" sounded like a neat nickname! And (like peanut butter) the name stuck! Many of us remember him affectionately by "Jif" but WHAT I remember about him is how humble he remained. He achieved success in all aspects of his life, yet he kept his ego in tact. In actuality, Jif was like a little brother to me...and that's how I think of him...and that's how I love him.
Carolyn
KELLIE MUNN
February 13, 2002
Maynard (Jif) Spence Jr.will be missed very much by his family and friends in North Carolina.
I'd just like to say that he was a very, very good father to both of his girls. He was the best brother and uncle. He always knew how to make you feel speacil. And yes he did love his BBQ almost as much as he loved his wife.
I'll see you in my dreams!!!!
Kellie Munn
February 13, 2002
I love you with all my heart Jif
Your favorit niece,
Kellie
Chris
January 22, 2002
Maynard sounds like a true gentleman.
God rest his soul
Mark & Debbie Barr
December 20, 2001
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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