Maynard "Bill" Soule

Maynard P. Soule Jr., age 79, beloved husband of Helen Soule of Fairfield, passed away at home on September 25, 2022. Born on February 7, 1943 in Bridgeport, CT, he was the son of the late Maynard and Lillian Soule. He was the father of Jennifer Smith, William Soule, Elizabeth Stea and the late David Soule.

Bill graduated from Roger Ludlowe High School, class of 1961. He was happiest when surrounded by his family, Helen, his wife of 59 years, his children and his grandchildren: Stephanie and Brittany Smith, Caroline and Katie Soule, Samuel Stea and Grace Kastel.In addition, he was the only son with seven sisters as well as nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bill loved to be home and busy caring for his house and yard. He also enjoyed traveling. Many vacations were spent camping on road trips and cruising on cruise ships, river boats and windjammers. Bill loved visiting National and State Parks, the coast of Maine, Vermont in the fall and exploring many cities and sights in the USA, Europe, Canada and Mexico.

Services have been held privately with burial following at Oaklawn Cemetery in Fairfield. Contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to Operation Hope, 636 Old Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824.