Ben Russell Maynard, 82, known by many as “The Old Grump” of Dennison, IL passed away Friday at his home. Ben was a retired farmer and was also a retiree of the maintenance department of Indiana State University. He was born Jan. 15, 1935 at Paris, IL, the son of Holland and Elfreda Eller Maynard. He married Sarah Luth on March 30, 1954 at Casey, IL. Surviving are his wife, Sarah; two sons, David (Teresa) Maynard and Steve (Vicky) Maynard both of Marshall; grandchildren, Bryan, Bradley, Matthew, Josh and Kristy; several great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Bob Maynard, Freeland Maynard, Shirley Wilkey, Connie Sue Van Houtin, Sharon Evitt and Darlene Justice. He was preceded in death by five sisters, Betty Latinovich, Linda Barr, Rosie Ward, Billy Jo Maynard and Patty Davidson. He loved to fish and hunt and was truly fold of his special beagle hound, Sissy. Graveside services will be 11:30 AM Wednesday in Memorial Gardens at Paris, IL with Pastor Steve Donaldson officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 to 11:00 AM Wednesday at Pearce Funeral Home. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.