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for Jerome Haynes
Becky Roper Motley, Ph.D.
September 23, 2023
Just remembering you again today, Sir. What a great legacy you gave to your Family and all who loved you.
You were mightily Loved!
Dr. Becky Motley
Becky Roper Motley, Ph.D.
September 23, 2022
After all these years, we are still remembering you, Mr. Peppermint and all the goodness you were, gave and lives on in your family and all you influenced.
Thank you again and always,
Becky Motley
Catharine Moss
October 8, 2011
Our Daughter was the same age as Gibby and went to the same Kindergarden. How delightful for our daughter when Mr. Peppermint drove the children. He was especially kind the day President Kennedy was killed. He told the children their Mothers would have a
surprise for them when he let them out of the car. All three children watched the show and Doris they remember you taking them over the bumps in the road. So happy you were a part of our lives. Our sincerest sympathy to all. Catharine & Noble
Moss
Jerry Teaff
October 3, 2011
I worked with Jerry at WFAA-TV in the early 1970's. I was young and Jerry went out of his way to help me feel comfortable in that big city newsroom environment. Please know that he was an inspiration and great friend to me.
Jerry Taff
David Hargrove
October 3, 2011
Gibby and Family-
How I missed this news of Jerry's death too late to attend the Memorial Saturday is SO frustrating -- but my thoughts and condolences are with you all today. News reached me this morning via a Woodrow Wilson email blast.
Jerry was ALWAYS kind and warm and interested in me and my family, and touched so many of us growing up in Lake Highlands. He was and will remain a SPECIAL part of my development and life as a young person. What a Dad!!! What a Man!!!
Years go by us, and we get snippits of each others whereabouts here and there. I hope to talk soon with you Gibby.
In the meantime... please know that I am sad today thinking of Jerry's death... and my memories and feelings for him as one of Dallas' great persons will always be present in my heart. Of course, I feel the same for you Gibby!!
My love goes out to the entire Haynes family. Jerry left an impact on thousands, and for those of us who were privileged to know him, we couldn't help but love him.
Deepest Sympathies,
Don Snowden
October 3, 2011
Gibby, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a good man, father and community member.
Brenda Gilmore
October 2, 2011
To the Friends and Family of Jerry "Mr. Peppermint" Haynes:
Even as an adult I enjoyed watching his show and having a great giggle! His show was always refreshing and entertaining.
Every time Mother and I went to Luby's Cafeteria on Mockingbird Lane, I would scan the cafeteria to see if he was there. Several times I had the pleasure of going to his table and chatting with him and his lovely wife for a few moments.
Few may remember him in "The Fantastics." I remember getting to congratulate him on a wonderful show.
Mr. Peppermint, you will be greatly missed . . . and always loved!
October 2, 2011
Dear Haynes family and all of Jerry's Dallas area friends...certainly we remember Mr. Peppermint as kids in the 50's. Growing up in Oak Cliff, all of us kids watched every days. It was nice to see Jerry in several other TVshowes over the years. He is certainly a lifetime memory for me.
Ernie Bryant
Bill Melton
October 1, 2011
Soft spoken, always smiling Jerry Haynes was a real Tribute to his
Profession. Channel 8 can be proud of the many friends that "Mr.Peppermint" "raised" for the Station. Proudly, my two children appeared on his Program twice each and had a great time.
Jerry was my friend and he will be missed by so many. But he left a Legacy of love and caring............which we all appreciate!
May God Bless Jerry and the Family.
Mary Holt
October 1, 2011
Dear Haynes family,
My sister and I were raised in the Dallas area and enjoyed Mr. Peppermint so much! I know he was multi-talented as well. I still tease friends when they have a cold as sounding like Muffin.
Thanks for a lifetime of memories!
Lesa Parker-Young
October 1, 2011
Carla, I am sorry for your loss....your dad made many a little kid happy back in the day. I've never been able to eat a peppermint without thinking of him. If you don't remember me, ask Jeanne....she knows who I am.
Judy Gafford
October 1, 2011
Dear Haynes family, Thank you so much for sharing your husband, father, PePaw with the Dallas/Ft Worth, Texas area. What a treasure he is and was to many of us who raise our children watching Mr. Peppermint and Muffin. Those are days and memories not forgotten. What a gift he had for sharing his wit and wisdom so our kids, (and us parents), could really "get it". I will be praying for your family. What a special place Heaven is now and I know you will see him again. May God, the comforter, hold you all tightly. In His Grip, Judy
Jenny Pooch
October 1, 2011
Knowing you was a privilege and a blessing. Will remember you always with a smile and a grateful heart.
Mary Andrews Hodges
October 1, 2011
Such a legend he was and will remain with all who ever experienced the gentleness of Mr. Peppermint. He helped us raise our children and will be forever in our hearts and theirs.
Tonya Adams
October 1, 2011
Thank you Mr. Peppermint for being part of my mornings before going to school. You and Muffin really made me laugh and were a start of a good day in a wonderful childhood.
----Tonya Walker Adams
bobby gorman
October 1, 2011
I was deeply saddened to hear about his passing. I hadn't thought about Mr. Peppermint in years, but I know I wouldn't be the same man I am without him. The idea of what is right and what is wrong is too vague on tv now. This amazing person taught us better.
Jim Schermbeck
September 30, 2011
Thanks for having those conversations with me all those mornings. They paid off. I only wish I'd had the pleasure of getting to know the ribald and mischievous man behind the costume whom I've also grown to admire as an adult.
Lana Waldon
September 30, 2011
To a former Woodrow Wilson Wildcat:
I watched Mr. Peppermint, my sons watched Mr. Peppermint, Thanks for the memories. You brought so much joy into kids lives......Thank you for all you did. What a fine man.You will be missed. From: A former Woodrow Wilson Wildcat.
Tommy Vinson
September 30, 2011
Mr.Haynes program was a big part of my childhood. It is really too bad that children do not have that type of program to watch today. Thank you Mr. Haynes for helping me be the person that I am today. You will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. Rest In Peace Mr. Haynes
September 30, 2011
I met Jerry one evening at SMU with a group called THE SEASONED PLAYERS. We read plays, sang songs and presented an original play at SMU about a nursing home for the aged. He was a wonderful man, and I am glad I got to meet such a careing person. Alice Mayo, Plano TX
Jim Welch
September 30, 2011
Rest in Peace Mr. Peppermint. I would like to Thank You for being apart of my childhood.
Terri Schofield
September 30, 2011
My warmest sympathy goes out to your family Mr. Peppermint. You will be missed by all. I remember watching youas a child and admittedly as an adult as well:) Your infectious smile drew me in every morning. Watching you as an adult reminded me of a easier peacful time of life. You will be missed so much.
Sincerely,
Terri
Phil-T.
September 30, 2011
Another good man takes his place in heaven.
Thanks for all the good memories.
Your grammar school score reporter from the '50s.
Carla S.
September 29, 2011
I eagerly watched Mr. Peppermint every afternoon and delighted in his exuberance and positive messages. I especially enjoyed his conversations with all the characters: Mr. Wiggly Worm, Jingles the Dragon, the Captain. I was thrilled when I learned that I shared the same name with his daughter. I am so grateful for his wonderful family entertainment which spanned decades. I finally met Mr. Peppermint about ten years ago and he was the "real deal," just as gracious and kind in person as he was on his television show. My condolences to his family. May you have comfort in knowing how many of us were truly blessed by the gift of Mr. Peppermint's presence in our homes for so many years.
Jack Chapman
September 29, 2011
I have a pretty vivid memory of the first time Jerry came on to Julies cooking show from behind the camera. It really got me interested in being involved in this fairly new media. My mother said I needed to try something that would make some money. I have been sorry for 60 years I did not follow my feelings.
Jerry was a Dallas ICON and a good guy. I hope and think he had a good fun life
Jack C
Muffin
September 29, 2011
What a great guy! Rest in peace Mr. Peppermint.
Becki Andrews
September 29, 2011
I, too watch you everyday growing up. Really enjoyed all the arts and crafts you did. Thank You, you will be missed. Becki Andrews (Dallas, TX.)
Becky Roper Motley
September 29, 2011
Thank you, Mr. Peppermint for all the joy and love you showed to so many. Your kind nature lives on in all you touched. May your family be comforted by wonderful memories and the love you showed to them and others. What a fine example you have been and will continue to be as the stories are told.
Rita Santos
September 29, 2011
Thanks for the wonderful, fun and down right good stuff throughout the years! The mold was broken when you were made. You are a wonderful testimony for all mankind. To the Family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Shirley Carlisle
September 29, 2011
Dear Mr. Pepperment, thank you for all the special hours you gave to my children when they were small. you were also very kind by signing your autograph for my Special Needs Son at the Casa Linda Cafeteria not so very long ago. Rest in Peace. Your fans.
Janet Hahn
September 29, 2011
You were a ray of sunshine every day!! I enjoyed watching you when I was a little girl. You will be missed Mr. Peppermint
September 29, 2011
One of my favorite childhood memories was of watching you in the mornings before school. Thank you!
Rita Lawrence
September 29, 2011
Mr. Peppermint was much beloved by a generation of children as well as their parents. I treasure photos of him with my children at Six Flags and I have kept a photo of him with my granddaughter on my refrigerator for years and it always brings me such joy as I remember the many years that he made our days brighter. Rest in peace, Mr. Peppermint.
Julie Brown
September 29, 2011
Dear Mr. Peppermint, thank you so much for wonderful childhood memories of spending each morning with you before starting a day of a childhood when things were still so simple and easy. Your easy going style and positive attitude go with me today and one that I am trying to pass on to my own grandchild. I know you are in heaven this morning entertaining all the sweet children there along with Mr. Wiggly Worm and Muffin. I will miss you dearly.
Roy Gaskill
September 29, 2011
I'll never forget being on his show. My Grand Mother worked at WFAA and I got to meet Mr Wiggly Worm.
B Junkin
September 29, 2011
When my son was 6 (he is now in his 40') we went to see Mr. Pepperment at a local mall. As we were walking to the place to see him low and behold Mr. Pepperment came strolling up. My son ran over took his hand and walked the mall with him. Mr. Pepperment was so kind to him, did not pull away just kept on talking to a very proud 6 year old.
Doris L. Murphy
September 29, 2011
Thanks Mr. P.--for all the great childhood memories.
yvonne crum
September 29, 2011
Cannot remember a time without Mr. Peppermint entertaining my boys when they were young.. what a lovabale kind person Jerry Haynes is. and what a great loss. love to all his family and friends.
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