Harry Coe Maynard

Harry Coe Maynard, youngest son of Zollie and Jean Maynard, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026 after a short illness. He was born in Tallahassee on January 12, 1951. Throughout his life he was a devoted Christian worker, intellectual, businessman, political coordinator, caregiver, devoted friend, and adventurer. Harry was a high school football star at Florida High, a leader in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and a Sigma Chi at the University of Florida. After college he and his fraternity brother, Sparks, headed for the newly built Disney World working in the hotels and as a keel boat captain. He then owned and managed Homes and Lands of Dallas. He traveled Europe before studying under the renowned Christian theologian writer, Francis Schaefer at L’bri in Huemoz, Switzerland. While there he worked with many who had disabling problems before returning to Dallas for 3 years of seminary. Late in life he returned to help raise funds for the Christian Heritage Foundation in London. He was known for his expertise in history and political matters and would often regale willing listeners with colorful accounts of current events. He was involved in Republican politics throughout his adult life actively worked in campaigns such as Sen. Bill Grant, Governor Jeb Bush, and US Sen. Paula Dockery. He served as US Senator Connie Mack’s North Florida Coordinator and later became a director of Florida State Parks. After retirement he was the devoted caregiver for many years of parents, Jean and Zollie Maynard often remembering his childhood camping trips to Gatlinburg and Daytona vacations with his large family. Harry is survived by sister Jean Wingo (Charlie Wingo MD), brother Jack Maynard (Pam Maynard), nieces Jeanie Joye (Mac), Lori Jean Spencer (Barry), Julianne Baxter (Travis), and Dory Vargas (Diego), nephews Justin Maynard (Jessica), Jackson Maynard (Heidi), Larry Gonzalez Jr, Jason Gonzalez (Sara) and 23 great nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by parents Zollie and Jean Maynard and brother Zollie Maynard Jr (Val) Funeral services will be held this Saturday, February 7, at 11:00 at Bevis Funeral Home. In Lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Samaritan’s Purse. Tod Wahlquist is assisting the family with their arrangements (850-385-2193, www.bevisfh.com).

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Harry Coe Maynard

January 12, 1951 - January 28, 2026