Murray Haynes Pool

We met Murray 6 years ago while visiting Woods at Holly Tree, his retirement home. We regularly visited while our father lived there but after he moved on we made it a point to visit Murray when we were in town. What a gentleman and a scholar. He exemplified all the best in humanity; never uttered an ill word or complaint and always interested in our lives rather than boasting about his contributions to the world. We will definitely remember and miss our friend Murray.

So gentle. So kind. A consummate gentleman.

Such a zest for life, never mattered if it was a new shell, a new pool cue or a new pup, his enthusiasm mirrored mine and validated my excitement. Quick with the wit and always ready to share his knowledge, his hands or his heart. So unassuming. So intelligent.

It was my privilege to know him and call him my friend. I will miss my fishing buddy.

Wrightsville Beach not only lost a Historian, but an honest to God treasure.

Wonderful man, it was an honor to know and be great friendswith Murray and his wife Zip. He will be missed by all .

Martha, Jack, Angie and Murray:
You have lost a wonderful man who was my oldest friend and I join you in remembering his life that inspired everyone he touched. When I last visited him before Christmas, he was still the same person I met in 1986; always entertaining and full of life. I know we will remember him for the remainder of our life and appreciate having known him.
Bless Him
Stan Thorne