With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of William (Bill) Roosevelt Maynor, 87, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Forest Park, who died on May 9, 2025. Born on April 5, 1938, in Roadbranch, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Margaret Kennedy and William Burtie Maynor.
He had an extensive career at M&M/Mars, spanning over 20 years. He enjoyed sharing his chocolate creations with friends and family, especially during Christmas while dressed as Santa and while traveling home to West Virginia to vacation with his family. Toward the end of his career with M&M/Mars, he opened a food truck, Bill’s Catering, and enjoyed serving individuals across northern Chicago, as well as sharing his treats with his daughters and grandchildren.
To know William was to know kindness, humility, and the gentle strength of a man who put his family above all else. Whether sitting in the garage with a story to tell or offering a helping hand without being asked, he gave of himself fully and quietly, never seeking praise. His warmth, humor, and unwavering presence will be missed beyond measure. He enjoyed gardening, listening to the news, and tending flowers.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Florence Maynor Blankenship; his son, William Roosevelt Maynor Jr.; his brothers, Uliss Maynor (Charlotte), Floyd Maynor, and David Maynor; and his sisters, Retha Maynor Vance and Nellie Maynor.
He is survived by his brothers, Buren Maynor (Linda) and Elvis John Walker; his sister, Christine Tammy Maynor; his daughters, Regina Torian (Garbis), Sherry Grigsby (Scott), and Melissa Michor (Mike); his grandchildren, Crystal Osadzinski (Edward), Anthony Torian (Luciek), Christopher Torian, Tess Grigsby, Scott Grigsby Jr., Edwin Valentin III, Sebastian Valentin, Isabella Valentin, and Mason Michor; his great-grandchildren, Olivia Osadzinski, Nicholas Osadzinski, and Gabrielle Torian; and nieces, nephews and extended family.
Services will be held on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home, 7319 Madison St., Forest Park. Immediately following, a procession will drive to Forest Home Cemetery, 863 Desplaines Ave., Forest Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.