Howard D. Maynard

Howard D. Maynard, 77, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025 at his home.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 16, 2025 at the Fairfield VFW from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with words of comfort at 11:30 a.m. by Chaplain Don Combs. Memorials may be made to the family and sent to 406 E. Broadway Ave. Fairfield, Iowa 52556. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield is assisting the family.

Howard was born October 14, 1947 in Mountain Home, Arkansas, the son of Charlie Leffel and Verlene (Stone) Maynard. Howard was raised with the help of his grandmother, Nellie, whom he affectionately referred to as “Ma”.

Howard worked for 40 years at Fairfield Aluminum Castings Company. He enjoyed working on cars, attending car shows, drag racing, and driving his car fast! He also enjoyed attending swap meets and antique shows. Howard loved spending time with his children.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Becky (Stacey) McWhirter of Fairfield, Billy Maynard of Fairfield, Matt Simons of Washington, and Howard (Britt) Maynard, Jr. of Hallowell, Kansas; eight grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.