Robert L. Maynard

Charlton: Robert L. Maynard, 88, of Masonic Home Rd., passed away on September 25th at The Overlook Masonic Home, after an illness.

He leaves his beloved wife of 63 years, Elaine M. (Robida) Maynard; his daughter, Lynne Gravel and her significant other Brian Murphy of North Grosvenordale; his son, Steven R. Maynard and his wife Joy of Dudley; sisters, Pauline Masse and her husband Donald of Clarksburg, Carol Cressey and her husband David of Bernardston; brother-in-law, Rolland Provost of Fiskdale; grandsons, Joshua Gravel and his wife Jacklyn of Southbridge and Benjamin Gravel and his wife Marie of Palmer; great grandchildren, Aria Gravel, Michael Gravel and Austin Gravel.

Robert was predeceased by his sister Dorothy Provost.

Robert was born in Webster, the son of Leon N. and Mary (Peczka) Maynard.

Upon graduation, Bob joined the Marines and honorably served his country. Bob was also the president of the Southbridge Skin Divers Club. He worked at A&M Tool & Die for 38 years, as a Toolmaker then a Quality Inspector. After leaving A&M he worked as a Real Estate broker with Coldwell Banker. In his retired years he enjoyed traveling and cruising with Elaine. They enjoyed many years in Clearwater Florida, spending their winters. Bob was an avid golfer throughout his life. He enjoyed teaching his grandsons to golf. He was involved with the Marine Corp league, participating in Toys for Tots. He took great pride in being a lifelong Marine. In recent years before his passing he remained a devoted husband, caring and visiting Elaine daily. Bob lit up when surrounded by his great grandchildren and found such joy in them. Family was important to him, and he treasured time spent together, especially on holidays.

A Funeral Mass for Robert will be held on Wednesday, October 8th, at 11:00am in St. Joseph's Church, 10 H Putnam Rd. Ext., Charlton. A calling hour will take place in The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge Wednesday, October 8th from 9:30-10:30am, prior to mass. Burial will be held in New Notre Dame Cemetery.

The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association MA Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.