of Jonesboro, AR
August 5, 1937 - February 18, 2026
Virginia Louise Maynard, 88, of Jonesboro, AR, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at St. Elizabeth's Place in Jonesboro. She was born on August 5, 1937, in Jonesboro, AR, to Erney and Liza (Smith) Hamilton. Virginia worked as a supply coordinator for St. Bernards Hospital until her retirement. She was a deacon as well as a secretary of the Shiloh United Methodist Church, where she participated in many retreats. She loved to sew and garden, and she was an excellent cook, making some of the best fried chicken you ever ate!
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of more than thirty years, Floyd Maynard, her parents, son David Maynard, brothers James Hamilton and Elmer Hamilton, and sister Wanda Hamilton.
Those left to remember Virginia are her children, sons Ricky Maynard and John (Jerri) Maynard and daughters Carol Garrett, Gale (Danny Cassels) Chapman, and Nancy Darlene (Robert) Scozzari; grandchildren Shane, Hayley, Johnathan, Michael, Larry, Kimberly, Jimmy, Magan, Jermey, and Brian; 18 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren; brother Leon (June) Hamilton; and many more family, friends and loved ones.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 2pm at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home (1900 W. Washington Ave. Jonesboro, AR 72401). Burial will follow at Pine Log Cemetery in Brookland.
Visitation will precede the service beginning at 1pm.
Virginia's grandsons will honorably serve as pallbearers.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
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12 Condolence(s)
Patricia Turner
Friday, February 27, 2026
I’m so sorry for your loss. Aunt Jenny was a wonderful person. She was loved and will be missed so much.
She is with the Lord now and we will all be together again someday rejoicing and praising the Lord!❤️🙏🙏
Fred and Mary Jo Granger
Monday, February 23, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family! Virginia was one of the nicest coworker to work with! So sorry for your loss.
Jerry & sheila haff
Monday, February 23, 2026
Truly a great lady... and a great cook, made the best fried chicken ever......
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Jerry & sheila haff
Monday, February 23, 2026
Truly a great lady... and a great cook, made the best fried chicken ever......
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Hayes family
Sunday, February 22, 2026
We would like to offer our sincere condolences and prayers for comfort during this difficult time. She was loved by many, I'm sure her faith has left a great legacy for her family and friends.
Randi
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Nancy Darlene, we are so sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family, praying for you all.
Delbert & Ruth Garrett
Friday, February 20, 2026
So sorry about your loss. We love you and are praying for you and the family
Youngberg Family Jen, Matt, Brek, Ollie
Friday, February 20, 2026
We are so sorry for your loss! Sending prayers your way!
Helen Ford
Friday, February 20, 2026
I’m so sorry for your lost My thoughts and prayers are with Carol and family my prayers are with all.
Teresa
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Aunt Jenny, You was a great Aunt always loving, kind, and precious to me. I love you and you will be missed so much. Rest in eternal peace Gods angel.
William & Linda Mcleod
Thursday, February 19, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for the families of Ms Maynard.
Sondra Cline
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Dear Family,
So sorry for the loss of your sweet mom. I loved seeing her at St. Bernard's "back in the day". Take comfort in all your sweet memories.
Sondra Maynard Cline