It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved patriarch, Allan “Al” Maynard. He was born to Altus and Irene (Madill) Maynard in San Francisco, California on July 19, 1948. He passed away on February 10th, 2022 at TRIOS Hospital in Kennewick, Wa. He and his mother moved from California to Washington State when he was in the 7th grade. He graduated from Richland High School in 1967 after which he joined the Army. Following his Army service he attended Columbia Basin College where he studied Welding.

Allan was a lifelong Union Millwright (Local 96/1699) who traveled extensively for his work. His love for the trade resulted in his mentoring many local Millwrights (including many family members) who respected his skills and valued his friendship.

Two of Allan’s favorite things were his family and fishing, making every opening day at William’s Lake and Bunker’s Resort a much anticipated event. He was happiest when he was instilling a love of fishing and all things outdoors with his many grandkids.

Another of Allan’s favorite time of year was Christmas. He took full advantage of his uncanny resemblance to Santa and year after year would dress up in a complete Santa suit, surprising the many children and grandchildren of his Union brothers and sisters. And despite always overheating within the first few minutes, he remained joyous from start to finish, happily hoisting countless numbers of bewildered (and sometimes crying) children onto his lap, cheerfully asking them by name what they wanted for Christmas while handing out gifts.

Allan was an eternal optimist, our brightest light, our most ardent cheerleader. He could always be counted on to make extra-large batches of our favorite food, pour us the strongest drinks and passionately share his wisdom of all things Millwright, fishing, guns and cribbage. He wore his heart on his sleeve;  he never hesitated to remind us all how much he loved us and he could be counted on to be supportive in times of celebration as well as in times of need. He gave so much to each of us and never asked for anything in return.

These memories are precious and remind us all that Allan was never without a smile, never without a funny story or saying. He was always welcoming, giving, kind and funny. He took immense pride in the accomplishments of his friends and family alike and he will be missed beyond measure by so many.

Allan is survived by his wife of nearly 30 years, Nancy K. Maynard; his sister and brother-in-law, Darlene and Shannon Mossman; his daughter and son-in-law, Shelly and Pepper Stillar; his son, James “Jim” Maynard; his “Brother Bill,” Bill Shearer; his brothers-in-law, Randy Bishop and Larry and Evelyn Bishop; his stepdaughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Randy Thompson; stepdaughter and son-in-law, Amy and Terry Kirkpatrick; his grandchildren, Kimberly and Justin Hui; Karissa Stillar; Tyler and Alexa (David) Guidry, Sam, Isaac, Sadie and Hadley Smith; great-grandson Camden Hui, and his four-legged “son,” Cyrus.

Allan was preceded in death by his father and mother; a sister, Doreen Madill; mother-in-law, Ruby Bishop; brothers-in-law, David and Virgil Bishop; sister-in-law, Nyda Bishop and granddaughter, Paige Elizabeth Smith. Allan also grieved the loss of his four-legged family members, Jake and Wade Maynard.

Allan’s family wishes to extend a “thank you” for the outstanding care provided to him by Dr. Brian Lawenda, Dr. Ahmed Fora, Dr. Dale Hoekema and Dr. Colleen M. Overdorf.

Allan’s service will be held on Sunday, February 20th, 2022 at 3:00 pm at Einan’s at Sunset, 915 Bypass Highway in Richland, Washington. Public visitation will begin at 2:30 pm, just prior to his service. A reception will follow at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2829 W. Sylvester St. Pasco, Washington.

For those who are unable to attend in person, Allan’s “Celebration of Life” service can be viewed online at www.einansatsunset.com on the obituary page. Following this service, there will be a graveside service which can also be viewed online via our Einan’s at Sunset obituary page.

For those unfamiliar with the”Livestream” service, there is a tutorial which can be accessed from Allan’s obituary page.