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Blessings to all of you. John had the best smile!
Mack and Pattie Butler
January 10, 2026 | KY | Friend
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John Maynard
Sep 5, 1944 - Jan 5, 2026
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Grief is a hard thing to bear but our memories help us get through it. Our thoughts are with you and your loved ones. John will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Bonnie/Charley Lykins
January 09, 2026 | Homosassa, FL | Family
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May God's grace give you comfort. My prayers are with the Maynard family.
Sandra Lopez
January 08, 2026 | Georgetown, KY
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Kelly, I did not know your father but by knowing you, it’s apparent that he was a wonderful man and raised a great daughter.
Blessings of peace and comfort at this time.
Dr. Karen Thompson
Karen Thompdon
January 07, 2026 | Crestview Hills, KY
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Prayers to Johns family. He was a wonderful person that will be missed.
Luke Coomer
January 06, 2026 | Somerset, KY
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Peace and strength to all those who love Mr. Maynard, particularly Kelly and Theresa.
Tim Cothron
January 06, 2026 | Phoenix, AZ | Friend
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Your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Mike and Annette Cook
January 06, 2026 | Perryville, KY | Friend
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Obituary
John's Obituary
John Keith Maynard, age 81, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
John was born on September 5, 1944 in Wayne County, West Virginia to John Maynard and Brookie Perry Maynard, who welcomed him into a loving family that shaped the man he became. He had a lifelong love for cars and took great pride in being part of Somernites Cruise, where he enjoyed time spent with friends who shared his passion. John was also active in the community, serving on the Somerset City Board of Variance. He spent many hours with his buddies at the Somerset Fitness and Rocky Hollow Recreation Center. A devoted UK sports fan, he rarely missed a chance to cheer on his team.
Above all else, John was a Christian and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His family and friends were the center of his world and enjoyed evening phone calls with his beloved brother, Steve and dear friend, Jerry Weigel and others. He will be remembered for his kind heart, special friendships, and the quiet strength he carried throughout his life.
John is survived by his wife of more than sixty years, Donna Lykins Maynard, whom he married on June 29, 1963 at Centerville Baptist Church in Wayne County, West Virginia. He leaves behind his pride and joy and beloved grandson, Hayden Christopher Roberts of Fort Mitchell, Kentucky; two daughters, Theresa Maynard of Lexington, Kentucky and Dr. Kelly Rae Maynard of Lexington, Kentucky; one brother, Steve A. Maynard of Wayne County, West Virginia; two sisters, Betty Jean Adkins of Parsons, West Virginia and Milla Flaugher of Proctorville, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. John will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Brookie Maynard.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Lake Cumberland Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life, with remarks from family and friends, will take place at 6:00 pm.
An additional Celebration of Life will be held in Kenova, WV and details will be forthcoming. Burial will be held at Docks Creek Cemetery in Wayne County, West Virginia.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests expressions of sympathy be made to Somernites Cruise.
You are welcome to view the obituary and send condolences to the family at our website: www.LakeCumberlandFuneralService.com
Lake Cumberland Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for John Maynard.
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