Suzanne Maynard Hibbs

Suzanne Maynard Hibbs died on March 15 after suffering a severe and completely
unexpected stroke on March 13. She was preceded in death by her parents;
Thomas Franklin Maynard, and Elizabeth O’Barr Maynard; and her brother,
Burson Maynard.
She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Dr. Stan Hibbs and two sons, David
& Andrew.
Suzanne was born in Winder, GA on July 28, 1952. She graduated from the
University of Georgia in 1974. She began her professional career as a researcher
in the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget and then as a researcher for the
Georgia State Senate.
Her final governmental job was as a historic preservationist for the Georgia
Department of Archives and History. She oversaw the restoration of Rhodes Hall
in Midtown Atlanta and wrote many of the “This Day in Georgia History” radio
spots that were aired by then Secretary of State, Max Cleland.
After staying home with her sons while they were young, Suzanne pursued the
career that was always meant for her, teaching preschool children. Her first
teaching position was at Chamblee Methodist Kindergarten. Since 2007, she had
taught at Trinity School.
As a teacher, Suzanne had a special place in her heart for the child who was
struggling the most and went out of her way to take them under her wing. Her
gentle spirit and firm discipline always brought out the best in each child. Her loss
will be deeply felt by countless students, colleagues, friends, and family.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that you donate in Suzanne’s memory to
our favorite charity. Suzanne gave regularly to The American Cancer Society, The
Kidney Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association, The American Lung Association, and
The Salvation Army.

A Memorial Service to honor Suzanne will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 7 at Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mt. Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338.