Barbara Haynes

Obituaries

Wednesday, 09 March 2022 11:44

Barbara Jean Haynes was born on Saturday, August 10, 1935 to Roger and Mamie Shaw in Lupton City, Tennessee. Barbara was the youngest of four children, and she adored her three older brothers. As farmers the family moved around but landed near Pisgah where Barbara graduated from Pisgah High.
After graduation, Barbara worked at Payne’s Drugstore and became a dental assistant and office manager for Dr. Sheppard; that is where she met Ray Haynes, and they married in October of 1958. After the birth of their first son, Glen, Barbara decided to stay home and raise Glen and their second son, Roger. She also gave birth to Bruce, but he passed away shortly after being born. Barbara loved the Lord and was a member of Corinth Baptist Church since 1971. She enjoyed singing in the choir and helping with vacation bible school. She adored her grandchildren, and they lovingly called her, Grandy. She smothered them with love and delicious food.
Barbara Haynes was a gracious southern lady; her smile and laughter were infectious to everyone she met. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hospitality and her faith in Christ.