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Donna Haynes Obituary
Pickens, SC - Dr. Donna Faye Haynes, 54, of Pickens, SC, died on Monday, Oct. 20. She was the daughter of Harvey Lee Haynes of Asheville and the late Billie Faye Gray Haynes. Donna grew up in Candler and earned an associate degree in nursing at AB-Tech. She joined the cardiology department at Mission Hospital. She enrolled in the Nurse Practitioner program at MAHEC and after certification she joined Asheville Cardiology. She continued her education and was a magna cum laude graduate of Clemson University. She was inducted into the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi and the honor sorority of Nursing. She earned a Ph.D in Natural Healing. She received several acknowledgements for her work including a national publication concerning a health study of public police officers. She was elected "Nursing Instructor of the Year" at Greenville TEC and received similar honors at Clemson University for her "very innovative teaching methods in the classroom which was both fun and challenging". Donna retired from Clemson University where she was an instructor in the nursing department and was the Manager of Clinical Education and Practice in the Sullivan Center. She was a long time member of Oak Forest Presbyterian church in Enka and was presently a member of the Methodist church where she participated in the music program and assisted with the morning worship service. In addition to her father she is survived by her step mother, Jean; her brother, Keith and special lady, Dorenda Bennett; her brother, Scott, all of Candler, and Scott's friend, Marsha Rice; and her very special friend, Paula "PJ" and her husband, Don, of Pickens. She is also survived by the greatest love of her life, her son, Gray Lee Haynes of Pickens who brought great joy to her life with his academic and sports achievements. A memorial service will be held at the Dillard Funeral Home in Pickens, SC, on Thursday, October 23. The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 PM with the service following at 4 PM. The Reverend Dick Waldrep will officiate the service. The family gratefully requests that any memorials be sent to the Joseph F. Sullivan Center at Clemson University to establish a fund in her honor to care for the medically undersigned in the community.
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Memories and Condolences
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Chris Fortune
October 31, 2014
Donna was a precious person and A great childhood friend. She was devoted and loyal to all those around her. I always appreciated her love of laughter and fun loving personality. I am thankful to have been a small part of her big life. My prayers are with her family.
October 27, 2014
Dearest Family,
Our hearts are heavy about the passing of Donna; she was a dear friend to us and we will always remember bringing our children home from Vietnam together. Our hearts go out to Gray. Please remember we are here in Charleston, SC love, ed, dotty, and shoshi
Marshall Loudermilk
October 24, 2014
This is one of the saddest passing of a wonderful person and at such an early age. Gray you could have never had a more loving person in his life. You were the gleam in her eye. I pray that you continue to strive and be the person that she has molded you into and may you find comfort in Christ who makes no mistakes even though we don't always understand. We love you and are here for you.
Wendy MacRae Stokes
October 24, 2014
I am heart broken to hear of Donna's passing. I will continue praying for your family during this difficult time.
Jill Sims
October 24, 2014
Gray, Mason, Sonny, and I were deeply saddened to hear about your mom's passing. I am so glad that Mason and I were able to attend her ceremony yesterday. The service was beautiful and I am sure that your mom was proud of your strength.
I hope that your memories of your mom, and knowing that others care for and are praying for you, will be a source of comfort for you in the days to come. Please know that we are here for you anytime.
Donald Hogan
October 24, 2014
Harvey and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Donna. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Sympathy,
Donald & Joyce Gray Hogan
Donna Haynes
October 24, 2014
I want you to know what a great, sweet person she is. I worked with her and under her supervision for several years. I always told her that I wish she was in private practice so I could go to her. She was the smartest, most compassionate person I ever met. Love and prayers to family. Ellen Prexler
Susie Taylor Colston
October 23, 2014
Dear Haynes Family,
Donna was a sweet childhood friend of mine many years ago. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Praying for your family during this difficult time.
Angela Moser
October 23, 2014
I met Donna while working in the ICU/CCU at St Joseph's Hospital. I really loved working with her. Always willing to listen and teach. Because of her, I went to work for Asheville Cardiology over 20 years ago and am still there.
Sending prayers to Donna's family. Sincerly Angela Moser RN
Christy Ussery alder- chappell
October 23, 2014
My prayers to Donna's family
Michelle Deem
October 23, 2014
Donna was a mentor to me, always calm, competent, caring. Her patients still ask about her, they loved her. I'm fortunate to have worked with her.....she's touched many lives!
Vanette Baldwin
October 23, 2014
God bless all the family. My prayers will be with you for your loss. With much respect...from ABTech.
Kathy Chapman
October 23, 2014
I am so saddened by the news about Donna. My love and prayers go out to all the family.
Ben Touchberry
October 23, 2014
Dear Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My family and I have been and will continue to pray for you. We pray that God will bless your healing and grieving process.
Sincerely,
Ben Touchberry and Family
October 23, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss.Prayers go up for the family. I graduated with Donna.
Lee Ann Qualkinbush
October 23, 2014
What a blessing to read about your mom. She was definitely a very kind and giving person. I am praying for you, Gray. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
J. Cheney
October 23, 2014
Her life was centered around service to others. May Proverbs 19:17 bring you comfort that your the work your mom and friend did for others is not unforgotten by God.
Jack Thomas
October 23, 2014
Her's was without question a life well lived. Her influence will be felt for many years.
Jimmie Dean Parris
October 22, 2014
II Timothy 4:6-8 reads: "... the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day..."
I loved it when Donna, her Mother and Dad, and brothers Keith and Scott were in Oak Forest Presbyterian Church. They were a lovely family.
I pray that God will fill your hearts with His Love, Compassion, Grace, Mercy and Peace in this difficult time in your lives. I wish the best for Gray in his future endeavors and the teachings and love of his Mother. Hold tight to the memories and lean on Jesus.
Love in Christ,
Teresa Gooden
October 22, 2014
We are so sorry for your lose. I remember Donna as being a very special person. When we were young her mom and my helped coach our softball team at Hominy Valley. We are thinking of all of you and if you need anything let us know
Bill Taylor
October 22, 2014
Donna's passing makes me so sad. I cannot imagine how painful it must be for her brothers and dad. She was a wonderful person. So good, so smart.
Donna Sampson
October 22, 2014
Harvey, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Love and God Bless- Donna Sampson
Sue Olesiuk
October 22, 2014
To the family of Donna Faye Haynes, may you find comfort in your memories. Please accept our sincere sympathies, The Staff of the Office for College Advancement at A-B Tech
Portia A. Botchway
October 22, 2014
Donna was an inspiration to many by showing the amount of courage and strength to continue on with grace and devotion to her profession and delivering care to so many. Regardless of the pain she always had a smile and pleasant words to say. She'll always be my thoughts and prayers are extended to her family. Portia A. Botchway (Clemson, S.C.)
Karen Baber
October 22, 2014
Gray, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg and Tina Hendricks
October 22, 2014
Gray,Paula,and the family, Donna was a wonderful, kind, caring, and compassionate person. She always had a smile for everyone. We had the privilege of meeting Donna many years ago at Porters Chapel Church. Our prayers are with you all.
Lori Willoughby
October 21, 2014
Gray, your Mom lived her life for God and you. The look of pride in her eyes when she looked at you said it all. Please know that I am praying for you and love you.
Calvin and Jane Banks
October 21, 2014
Gray, Paula and all Donna's Family. Donna was a "Trooper", she never gave up. She wanted to see Gray graduate. She fought a long and hard battle, trying to fulfill this wish. We will miss,our wonderful neighbor and you all are in our prayers. If we can be of help, let us know. God bless!!!!
Traci Carter
October 21, 2014
Gray and Paula my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mom and friend was a strong woman, a fighter. Please know Gray that I will be here for you for as long as you need me to be. God bless.
Linda Willoughby
October 20, 2014
Gray, I am so sorry about your mom, She loved you so much and I don't believe she would have lived this long had it not been for you. Will be praying for you all.
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