Maynard, Eva – On May 8, 2022, Eva Maynard, age 76 of Stewiacke passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones in Colchester East Hants Health Centre.
Eva was born in Norris Point, Newfoundland and was a daughter of the late Andrew and Harriett (Howell) Maynard.
Eva was one of 17 children and had five daughters of her own, Bernadette, Kimberly, Lisa (Barry), Barbara (Dirk), and Brenda (Terry).
Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Eva knew her grandchildren, Mitchell, Mariah, Kevin, Patrick, Sasha, Karine & Sophia were her pride and joy along with her many great-grandchildren. She also had two small dogs, Todd & Bella whom she loved dearly.
Eva was a very independent strong women who raised her girls to be the same. She was very humorous and a saucy proud Newfoundlander.
Many thanks to the VON with their care that allowed Mom stay in her home. She loved everyone of them and would always tell them don't let anyone be mean to you, tell them you know a Newfoundlander, come and get me I will tell them off for you. Thanks to Colchester Hospital for making Mom comfortable in her last hours. Special thanks to Kim MacPhee, her long-time friend who would sit with Eva to keep her company. She loved your visits.
In keeping with Eva's wishes, there will be no funeral, she will be taken home to Newfoundland to be buried with her Mom & Dad.
She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.
We will have a celebration of her life Saturday May 14th at 1 p.m. in West St Andrews Community Center.
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