Judith Ann Sparaco Maynard, 73, of Port Charlotte, Fla., passed away Friday, Nov. 23, 2012, at her home surrounded by loved ones.

She was born April 6, 1939, in New Haven, Conn., the daughter of Ralph and Julia Sparaco.

Judith was raised in Old Saybrook, Conn., and a longtime resident of Westbrook, Conn. She always found great joy in helping others, spending a number of years working with children at Daisy Ingraham Elementary School, and volunteering as an EMT with the Westbrook Ambulance Association. Moving to Port Charlotte 20 years ago, Judith continued her love for working with children at Neil Armstrong Elementary. She always felt truly blessed to have so many family and friends that loved her dearly.

Judith is survived by her husband of 47 years, Gary; daughter, Elaine; son, Gary Jr.; and daughter-in-law, Jaime.

At a later date a private burial will be held at Resurrection Cemetery in Westbrook. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her name to the Westbrook Ambulance Assoc., P.O. Box M, Westbrook, CT 06498.

Arrangements are by National Cremation Society of Port Charlotte.