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MAYNARD, Elva - The family announces with deep sorrow her passing at her residence, Nipissing Manor, Corbeil, on October 29, 2007, at the age of 88. Daughter of the late Albert and Elizabeth Robinson, Elva was born in Sudbury. She grew up in Sudbury and married the late Albert Maynard, in 1940. They lived in Sudbury for many years where Albert spent most of his working life employed by Inco Ltd. They moved to North Bay after his retirement in 1972. Elva Maynard was enthusiastically involved in her younger years in the Girl Guide movement in Sudbury and was a district commissioner for that organization. She was an active member of St. Mark's United Church, Sudbury. She was an avid bridge player, an interest she retained after moving to North Bay. Elva was also a member of the Canadian Club of North Bay. In prior years, she enjoyed many trips and excursions organized by the club within Canada and abroad. Elva Maynard is survived by her daughters Sue Duffy (husband John) of Mississauga; Dee Sullivan (husband Frank) of Waterloo, Ont. and Carol Bowdidge (husband Nick) of Val Caron. One son, David, predeceased. She also leaves one brother, John, of Burlington. One brother and one sister predeceased. She leaves seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering at Nipissing Manor, Corbeil, Ont., on Wednesday, November 14, at 2:30 pm. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to the management and staff of Nipissing Manor for their unfailing kindness and care extended to Elva during her seven years in residence. This level of service and support always went well beyond the ordinary. Memorial donations may be made to Nipissing Manor or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to MARTYN FUNERAL HOME, North Bay. 10891410