Maynard Kenneth Bean, 83, of Powhatan, died on March 2, 2022, at CJW Medical Center. He was the husband of Doris Clapp Bean for 62 years.

Born on March 10, 1938, he was the son of the late Milton Elkanah Bean and Martha Gragg Bean. He was a 1966 graduate of the University of Richmond and then received a Doctorate in Education from Virginia Tech. He taught High School, was a principal, and a superintendent in the Powhatan school system. After retiring from the Virginia School System, Mr. Bean became director of the Commonwealth Challenge in Virginia Beach an educational program provided by the National Guard. He retired from the National Guard as a Colonel after 34 years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by four brothers, Marshall Bean, Malvin Bean, Morley Bean, and Milfred Bean; and three sisters, Mabel B. Lewis, Mae B. Packard and Myrtle B. Black.

A private burial will be held at Evergreen Cemetery.

Those wishing to make memorials please consider People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), 501 Front St., Norfolk, Va. 23510.

Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be made by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com