Maynard Gene Failing

Maynard Gene Failing was born in the doctor's office over the dime store in St. Louis, Michigan on Oct.30, 1934.

He married his high school sweetheart,  and wife of 68 years, Joyce Myers on August 8, 1952. 

He worked at the Michigan Chemical plant, served  in the National Guard for 12 years, was a trucker for many years, then retired from the Michigan Corrections Food Service. He was also a rancher and horseman.

Many people will remember  that he traveled the area in the summer in a pioneer wagon and beautiful horses. He went by the name of Salt Lake Sam, and his friend,  Fred  McCloud was Flatcar Fred.

Maynard and Joyce also served a one year mission  for the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Nauvoo ,Illinois. Maynard drove wagon teams and told pioneer stories.

Maynard was preceeded  in death by two baby boys, Mark and Matthew, his brothers,  Carlos and Deward, a grandson, Cameron, and his parents, Dewey and Edna Failing.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Joyce, sons Maynard  Scott  Failing, Jared Failing,  daughter Cindie Alldredge.he has 18 grandchildren,  and 19 great grandchildren. 

A memorial service will be held at 1pm on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint in Greenville, Michigan.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Sharon Duncan]

Sincere condolences to you all for the loss of a great man.

[Jennifer Vibber]

What a loss. He will always be one of my all-time favorite people. He always had a big smile, a hug, and a compliment for me. I will miss the way he always said "I'm glad you got to see me!" I will never forget how he and Joyce would backtrack to Middleton from Carson City to pick me up for church in Greenville when Mom couldn't go. I'm sure my parents are enjoying catching up with him! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

[Barbara Werner]

we well miss him, he was the best Brother In Law, so many memories of him, i loved his stories, and the kids well miss the rides on the horse and buggy he was never to busy for them. He is with his Father in Heaven, and oh the joy to see the face of Jesus with arms wide open to welcome home his good and faithful servent. Untill we meet again, i well miss my hugs.

[Jon DeLong]

Scott and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Please accept my sincere condolences at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace 🙏

[DeHaan]

He was one of the first smiles we saw when we moved to Jenks a year and a half ago. We were blessed to be able to know him if even for a short while. We will miss his stories and his laughter.

[Marge Waldron]

Maynard was truly a wonderful man with a warm smile for all. He lived his testimony and was a great inspiration to me. It is with sincere sorrow that I will be unable to join in the celebration of his life. My prayers to all his family. I truly love you Joyce and Cindi and am so blessed to be able to call you dear friends.