Mavis Louise Maynard

Mavis Louise Maynard, 87, of Trinity, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025. She was born on July 8, 1938, in Harnett County, North Carolina, to the late James Elmon Maynard and Effie Maynor Maynard.

Mavis was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 66 years, Johnnie Stephen Maynard, who passed away on October 11, 2022. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Pearl Bell, Delphia Chance, and Vernell Brewington; and her brothers, Floyd, Leslie, Lacy, Telmadge, Eldridge, and James Maynard.

She is survived by her loving children: Jeff Maynard and wife Rebecca of Lexington, NC; Victor "Vic" Maynard of Greensboro, NC; Johnnie J. Maynard and wife Sabrina of Sophia, NC; and Candy Clemmer and husband Robert of Trinity, NC. She is also survived by her godson, Wade Oxendine of Randleman, NC.

Mavis was a devoted grandmother to Chris Maynard and wife Stephanie of Thomasville, NC; Crystal Foster of Greensboro, NC; Stephen Maynard and wife Katie of Sophia, NC; Jessica McMillan and husband Kevin of Lincolnton, NC; Eric Maynard and fiancée Brook Burgess of Randleman, NC; Victor Oxendine of Randleman, NC; Candace Saints and husband Tyler of Trinity, NC; James Clemmer of Trinity, NC; and Jacob Clemmer of Trinity, NC. She was blessed with great-grandchildren Amber, Kaitlyn, Kyleigh, Ben, Tate, Luke, Samuel, Rhett, Elizabeth, Skye, Hunter, and Maddox, as well as a great-great-grandchild, Ariel Renee Lee Scott. She also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews.

A woman of deep and abiding faith, Mavis was a faithful member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Archdale, NC. She loved the Lord and treasured her family above all else. Known as a superior cook, Mavis was famous throughout her family and community for her chicken and dumplings and homemade cakes. She was often encouraged to open a restaurant, and her home was frequently filled with law enforcement officers-friends and colleagues of her sons-who enjoyed her warm hospitality and incredible cooking.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Shady Grove Baptist Church, Archdale, NC. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family would like to express their deep appreciation to the staff at GreyBrier Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for their exceptional love and care to Mrs. Maynard over the years.

Memorials may be directed to Shady Grove Baptist Church, 5001 Glenview Drive, Archdale, NC 27263.

Mavis Louise Maynard will be remembered for her steadfast faith, generous heart, and the love she so freely shared with all who knew her.