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William Everett "Skip" Haynes III

William Haynes Obituary

Haynes, William "Skip" Everett III
71, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on December 16, 2011. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Everett Haynes, Jr. and Martha Elizabeth Watt Haynes and beloved wife of 37 years, June Corwin Haynes. Skip was born August 17, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He grew up in Madison and Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. Skip received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. He was a proud member of the US Coast Guard where he was a Medic. Skip met the love of his life, June in Milwaukee and they married a few years later in Denver, Colorado where both of their daughters were born. In 1974 the family moved to Phoenix where Skip was in the Mortgage and Real Estate industry. Skip was involved in many projects and was very proud of the accomplishments of the project in Mexico. He was a friend for life. Skip was a walking encyclopedia and always researching and learning about so many places and things. He was an avid historian, especially regarding his family heritage. He had the biggest heart and was a true friend to all who met him. He was an adventurer and lived life his way and to the fullest! He was an amazing American and will be dearly miss by all who knew him. Skip is survived by his sister, Nannine (Robert) Wheeler of Sun City West; cousin, John Murdock of Pittsboro, NC; daughter Jennifer (Robert) Staples of Tucson, daughter Ashley (Randy) Brickley of Coral Springs, FL, granddaughters Kelly Brickley, Katherine Staples, Madison Brickley, Victoria Staples, grandson Nicholas Staples, and nephews Robert (Marcy) Wheeler of Kailua, HI, William (Lisa) Wheeler of Pahoa, HI, and Bradford (Lori) Wheeler of Newport Beach, CA and sister-in-law Sheila (Doug) Robinson of Denver, CO. A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held Saturday, January 28, 2pm at Shadow Rock United Church of Christ, 12861 N. 8th Avenue, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to the June C. Haynes Memorial Scholarship fund to benefit college education and youth tennis for those with financial need. Donations may be sent to Jenn Staples 4871 North Avenida de Castilla, Tucson AZ 85718.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jan. 22, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for William Haynes

16 Entries

Robert McClellan

September 5, 2012

Jenn and Ashley I just learned of Skip's passing. I am so sorry. Your father was an amazing guy and I learned so much from him when I was a young man. Peace be with you all.

sheila corwin robinson

July 19, 2012

I miss Skip's calls from the desert. Still waiting for him to appear in my dreamworld and tell me how he has happily reunited with my dear sister June as well as with his parents and mine. Will be thinking of him on his August 17th birthday.

April 16, 2012

"Skip" I pray to our Lord that you find peace, and are reunited with your beloved "JUNE"
Your friend always.
Aldo Romani.(Hollywood Florida)

March 30, 2012

Ashley and Jenn, I knew your family a long time ago,when you both were little girls. They were both great friends to me and my family. We did camping in Mexico and had many happy times together. My condolences to you both and your families.
Doris Ciancio, Lake Oswego, Or.

Okoi O

February 27, 2012

Ashley and Jenn, Truly sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was a kind gentleman and always fun to talk with at Gold key. Please accept my hearfelt condolences and I hope God will give you the strength to bear the loss. Okoi.

Walt Anhut

January 29, 2012

Dear Ashley and Jennifer: I am so sorry for your loss. Losing both of your parents must leave a huge hole in your life.Please accept our sincerest sympathy and know that he is with your Mom too. I am writing this because I have met your Dad and, of course, heard wonderful, loving things about him from my nephew, Tim and his Mom, Dawn. Tim loved your Dad so much and has had a rough time of things lately so I'm glad he has been able to have you both in his life too. Many blessings to you, Wally and Michele Anhut

seana hess

January 28, 2012

Love and always know you are in my thoughts...friends for life!

Bernard Otremba-Blanc

January 27, 2012

March 2, 2012 would have been the 10th anniversary of my first meeting with Skip in the sauna (or the "hot box" as he called it).
Over the last 10 years we became sauna buddies, business partners and, even more importantly, friends.
We could not always agree on politics but this made our discussions in the hot box so lively. And we did agree that politics should not impact personal friendships.
I already miss you Skip and your political insights :-((

Alan Beckstead

January 27, 2012

I have known Skip for 20+ yrs and have always enjoyed his intelligence and some times his tactfulness. when I retired I started gold prospecting and he really had a wealth of information to help me.
I would stop by the house from time to time to talk and I could really see the emptiness in him with Junes passing.
I would often be invited to a great meal, he was a good cook and I would sleep over on the sofa. Many people come and go and make little difference to others , Skip made a difference to me ...Alan Beckstead Gold Bar Mine AZ.

Kathy Bate

January 27, 2012

Jennifer, Ashley and Families, Thank you so much for sharing this with me! Skip and your mom were such great friends back in my life in AZ. Skip even stayed in touch with me for years after I moved. I will always remember him fondly. Much love!

mark kaiser

January 27, 2012

I did not know Skip like most of you did but I did know of the wonderful effect that Skip had on my friend Tim Jenkins. Tim always talked fondly of Skip and had a wonderful admiration for him. The positive impact Skip had on Tim's life will last a lifetime.

W J

January 24, 2012

There is a great void to be filled by William's passing, but I know that the depth of love that you and your family share for each other and for Skip will pull you through this most difficult time. Honor his memory with that love and the wonderful memories you share of him.

Dorothy & Bobby Burnett

January 24, 2012

We are so sad over the passing of your dad. He & your Mom had been our friends since they lived in CO. Skip must be having a grand reunion with your mom. He was an amazing guy. We leave our love & prayers with you and your families.

Randy Brickley

January 22, 2012

As I sit here watching the end of the NFC championship game, I'm really missing Skip. He would have loved this game, played in the slop in San Francisco. Not to mention the heated debate we both would love about the officiating which somehow would be a metaphor for what's wrong with the world. Man, do I miss that, and the great father you were to your own kids and grandpa to mine. Ash, and Jenn, your Dad was one of a kind and I am proud to call him one of the best friends I ever had.

Peggie Gunnell

January 22, 2012

So sorry for your loss Jen and Ashley. Your dad was a "hoot" out at soccer games and the many nights I stayed at your house in High School.

Patrice Donahoe

January 22, 2012

Celebrating a life well lived and loved - and we all thank Skip Haynes for raising such a wonderful daughter, our friend Jenn. Like her father, she is a generous soul and a friend for life. To Jenn and family, we hold you in our hearts and prayers.

Much Love.

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