Don Haynes

Norris, SC

It’s with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Donald Wayne Haynes, a loving husband, father, brother, and friend.  He went to his heavenly home on Monday, November 25, 2024.  Born in Chesnee, South Carolina he was a son of the late Clyde Samuel and Laura Cash Haynes.

A graduate of Liberty High School in 1960, Don dedicated 33 years of his life to a career with Bellsouth, showcasing commitment and diligence in every task he undertook. A man of profound integrity, he was a beacon of strength within the community, embodying the values of the Tate Masonic Lodge #292, and later as a valued member of the Liberty Masonic Lodge #235 AFM.

For 63 years, he was a steadfast member of First Baptist Church of Norris, where he shared his faith, love, and devotion.  He served as a deacon and a member of the properties committee for many years. He also served the Lord on numerous mission trips.

He possessed a heart full of compassion, always willing to lend a helping hand and share a light-hearted joke with those around him. His dedication to his family was unwavering, showing love that knew no bounds, especially for his grandchildren.

Don enjoyed the simple pleasures of hunting and fishing and finding joy in the beauty of nature. His legacy will forever be etched into the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 61 years, Ginger Tate Haynes; his children, Brad Haynes (Regina), and Missy Sammons (Ken); his four sisters, Barbara Jean Stewart (Randal), Rachel Harrison, Rosemary McManus (David), and Tammy Peeples (Randy); a sister in law, Jerry Tate; 6 grandchildren, Sara Haynes, Kinsley Sammons (Blake), Breanna Spears (Connor), Luke Sammons, Aleah Haynes, and Todd Sammons; also surviving are many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Todd Haynes, a brother, Doug Haynes (Martha), his mother-in-law, Mary Tate Zorn, and two brothers in law, Gamuel Tate, and Bruce Harrison.

Funeral services to celebrate Don’s life will be conducted 11:00 AM Saturday at First Baptist Church of Norris.  He will be laid to rest beside his son at Liberty Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends Friday evening from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at the Liberty Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to First Baptist Church of Norris, PO Box 130, Norris SC 29667.  The family will be at the home.  To share a memory or leave a message for the family please visit libertymortuary.com.  Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements

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