of Strawberry, AR
January 4, 1930 - October 24, 2014
Maynard Richey, 84, of Strawberry, Arkansas died Friday, October 24, 2014, in Batesville, Arkansas.
Born January 4, 1930, he was the son of William Clay Richey and Sybil Harris Richey.
Maynard married Bernice Kennedy September 3, 1950. He was a farmer, carpenter and worked for Strawberry Waterworks. He enjoyed coon hunting, gardening and sharing what he raised, and was known for having the best corn crop around. He was a strong, devoted, gentle Christian man, a dedicated husband and a member of the Strawberry Church of Christ.
Survivors include a son, Ellis Richey of Hackett, Arkansas; two daughters, Cindy Morgan and her husband, Jerry Wayne, of Lynn, Arkansas; Marilee House and her husband, Mark, of Batesville; eight grandchildren, Brandi Shilts, Beverly Richmond, Lauren Geurin, James Richey, Haley Ward, Trevor Morgan, Clayton House and Maggie Jo House; eleven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Gerald Richey and his wife, Nina, of Lynn and W. C. Richey and his wife, Nina, of Strawberry; and several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 60 years, Bernice Kennedy Richey; son, Calvin Richey; sister, Bernice McGee; and grandson, Jered Morgan.
There will be a ''Celebration of Life'' service at 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 27, 2014, at the Strawberry Church of Christ in Strawberry with Gregg Cooper officiating.
Visitation will be at the Strawberry Church of Christ from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Monday, prior to the service.
Pallbearers will be Trevor Morgan, Clayton House, Joe Richmond, James Richey, Scott Durham and Eddie Durham.
Honorary pallbearers are Dustin Geurin, Will Shilts, Darrell Smith, Randy Richey, and T. J. Latting.
Interment is at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 28, 2014, at Ward Cemetery in Strawberry.
Memorials may be made to Children's Homes, Inc., 5515 Old Walcott Road, Paragould, AR 72450
So sorry for the loss of Maynard. Will keep your family in my prayers
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
So sorry for your loss.
Cindy-- Wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts.. ...I know how much he was loved by you all...
Glenda
Cecil and I are sorry to hear about the loss of Maynard. He was always a very friendly person when you saw him.
Gerald and W. C. , sorry for the loss of your brother. and to all the children too.
Cecil and Mary Sue Richey Alls( daughter of William Richey)
Marilee, Cindy & Ellis, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I have such wonderful childhood memories of Maynard and Bernice and each one of you that I will treasure forever. Keeping each one of you and the rest of your family close in my thoughts and prayers. Much Love, Anita (Hill) Cates
Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of Maynard's family. We will sincerely miss his smiling face and our hugs here at the bank. We used to have a race when we saw him coming to the bank to be the first one to the front door and get the first hug from him. Not to worry though because we all ended up with big hugs from him.
Cindy, Marilee & Families....
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this sad time.
Love you much!
Heaven received a great Angel. My thoughts and prayers are with this family during this time of sorrow.
Marilee, I love you girl! Thinking about you constantly. You had a precious daddy. I am so glad I was fortunate enough to get to meet him. He is so happy now, he's back with the love of his life. That's what he's been waiting on! You are all in my prayers.
Hannah and I are sorry to hear of Maynard passing, but he is in good hands. To the family we say be strong and reflect on Maynard's life.
So sorry to hear about Maynard, my best to all the family.
Everyone will miss his smile. I grew up with Bernice, we had lots of good times. I know that she was the love of his life, and now they high on that Mt. Together. I pray for comfort for his family .
Remember the good times. I will for the laughs Ed and I had with them ever time we was lucky enough to see them through the years. God Bless.
Alma Ward
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. Maynard will be missed by so many. I loved this man and his family. Many laughs and fond memories of Maynard. Love and prayers to you all!!
"So sorry for the loss of this fine Man! Had great times in Chicago w/Him & Bernice." Love to family, Mitch Milligan-from Georgia "Jo".