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Gordon Haynes Obituary

GORDON HENRY HAYNES was born on July 26, 1956 to Harry Lee Haynes and Dorrace Pullen Haynes. He was born and raised in Stamford, Texas, but was a Houston resident for the last 25 years. He was a member of the Bear Creek United Methodist Church, and was also a member of the Huguenot Society. Gordon loved to golf, fish, and enjoyed sports; supporting all Houston teams. He never met a stranger, was always optimistic, and had a great outlook on life. Gordon was loved by all and will be dearly missed.
Gordon Henry Haynes passed away on Friday, November 15, 2013, at his home in Houston, at the age of 57 years.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Teresa Haynes; son, Clayton Haynes and Kayley; daughter, Kendall Haynes; granddaughter, Palmer Jo; mother, Dorrace Haynes; sister, Beth Lyckman and her husband Lewis; and one niece, four nephews, and numerous other family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2013, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, in Katy. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2013, at the Bear Creek United Methodist Church, with Rev. Will Knuckols officiating.
Pallbearers will be Troy Benbow, Jim Astin, Maj. Lewayne Lyckman, Christopher Keith, Justin Keith, and Shawn Keith. Acting as honorary pallbearer will be Patrick Gillespie.
Those wishing to make memorial gifts may do so to Bear Creek United Methodist Church, 16000 Rippling Water Dr., Houston, TX 77084.
Condolences may be expressed at www.SchmidtFuneralHome.net.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 19, 2013.

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Rene' Wilson

November 23, 2013

Teresa,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and always. Praying for God's peace that surpasses all understanding. We will always have a very special place in our hearts for you and your family, With much love and hugs, Denis, Rene' and Matthew Wilson

November 22, 2013

I'm James Henry's daughter and Carol Pullen sent me the obit and I send along my condolences. Marietta Ohio

November 21, 2013

Teresa, Clayton, and Kendall,

I am sorry to hear about Gordon. I will always remember him as a great friend and coach and remember very happy times with you and your family at BCLL, soccer, and floating the river. Much love to you all.

Mary Ruthe Miller

Leah White

November 21, 2013

We miss you!!

November 21, 2013

Such a sad day to hear of the passing of Gordon. My deep felt sympathy to his family, friends, and coworkers. He will be missed by all.

Richard Cortez - Houston, Tx

Gary Roney

November 20, 2013

I am extremely heart broken to hear about the passing of Gordon. The times we shared together coaching the Rowdies were the best times of my life. My prayers go out to you and your family.

November 20, 2013

Teresa, Clayton and Kendall,
We are terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Our family will always remember the fun times we had BCLL and just sitting around the yards. Gordon was always so much fun to be around and always a kind and caring friend. He will be missed

The Haranda / Williams Family

November 19, 2013

My condolences to your family during this time of grief.

Jerry Brice

November 19, 2013

Teresa, Clayton and Kendall,
You are in my prayers and I wish for you all to know how well liked and respected Gordon was to his friends and in his industry. I will miss him and remember him, as a good friend.

November 19, 2013

Teresa, Clayton and Kendall,
The best memories live on in me of you all, and especially Gordon as he lived through you and his stories every day at work. I loved those days, and I loved him. I am so sorry for your loss. I'll keep you in my prayers.

Brenda Rathjen West

Pat Farris

November 19, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss and may god bless your family. Gordon was a good man and will be missed.

Mike Wright

November 19, 2013

Teresa, Clayton & Kendall,
I'm very sorry for your loss. I'll never forget the good times we had with Clayton & Chris in little league.
He was a good friend & I'll miss him.

Julie Schoephoerster

November 19, 2013

Teresa, Clayton & Kendall,
I am so sorry for your loss. Gordon's smile will always be remembered. He was a wonderful man.

Schoephoerster Julie

November 19, 2013

May peace be with you. Your smile and kind heart will be sorely missed.

Travis Wright

November 19, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Gordon always had a smile and time to chat. He was truly a blessing and will be missed. His family and friends are in our prayers.

Sharra Sampson

November 19, 2013

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Gordon Haynes.

Debbie Holland

November 19, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May God give your family peace. Gordon was a wonderful, kind man. He will be missed.

November 19, 2013

Teresa, we are so sorry for your loss. Gordon was a great human being & of course he will be missed. Comfort will come to you & the kids thru all the years of wonderful memories. Dee Dee & Brad Mayes xo

Patricia Mounce

November 18, 2013

Teresa, Clayton and Kendall I am so sorry for your loss. Gprdon was a kind man - never saw him that he did 't have a smile on his face or a kind word to say. Remember those baseball games at Cy Falls with the lollipops....Hold on to the memories and thank the Lord for the time you shared.

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