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James Jaynes Obituary
Mr. Jaynes, 82, of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2008 after several years of declining health. He was born May 21, 1925 in Waynesville, NC to Hugh and Bess Jaynes. He graduated from Waynesville Township High where he met and later married his wife of 64 years, Mary Ellen. After graduating from Western Carolina University where he starred on the conference championship football team, Mr. Jaynes served his country for three years in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He then went back to earn his Masters Degree in Mathematics.
The greatest loves of his life were his wife, Mary Ellen, his family and Jesus Christ. He always loved young people and dedicated his life to coaching, teaching and mentoring. He taught and coached in Waynesville, Lenoir, Atlanta and Charlotte. He was a coach and assistant principal at East Mecklenburg High School and the Principal of Albemarle Rd. Junior High School. He retired from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in 1980. Mr. Jaynes is a long time member of Myers Park United Methodist Church where he was in the Fellowship Sunday School Class.
Mr. Jaynes is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ellen, of the home; daughter Jennifer Moore and her husband Gary of Charlotte; sons, Dr. James B. Jaynes, Jr. and his wife Miki of Philadelphia, Dr. Steven Jaynes and his wife Sharon, Daniel Jaynes and his wife Teresa, all of Charlotte; five grandchildren, Carrie Ingersoll and husband, Rick of Raleigh, Aaron Moore and wife, Elizabeth of Wilmington, NC, Anna Groome and husband, Tate of Asheville, NC, Cristen Jaynes of Portland, OR, and Steven Jaynes, Jr. of Charlotte. Also surviving is a niece, Deborah Jaynes and a nephew, Gary Jaynes both of Marietta, GA and five great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be Sunday February 10, 2008 3:00 PM at Myers Park United Methodist Church 1501 Queens Rd. Charlotte, NC 28207. Interment will be Monday February 11, 2008 1:00 PM in Garrett-Hillcrest Memorial Park in Waynesville, NC. The family will receive friends Saturday February 9, 2008 from 3:00-5:00 PM at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington, 1111 East Blvd. Online at www.hankinsandwhittington.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Jaynes
Joy Sharp ConMet
February 12, 2008
Our prayers of comfort and strength are with you.
Ron and Troy Muse
February 12, 2008
Bruce was a role model and inspiration for two young boys and as we grew older we learned to realize how much this had formed our values. Thanks Bruce
God bless.
Ann Owen Eavenson
February 11, 2008
My sincere sympathy to Mary Ellen, Jennifer and all of Bruce's family. I have many fond memories of growing up next door to the Jaynes family. Fondly, Ann Owen Eavenson
kevin medford
February 11, 2008
Our Deepest Sympothy
Michael Rotberg
February 11, 2008
Mr Jaynes was a consummate gentleman and was always a pleasure to see - my staff and I share your loss.
Jim George
February 10, 2008
I was fortunate to play for coach Jaynes in 1960 and 61 for the Lenoir High School Bearcats. He was very passionate about football and was a great coach and teacher.
I have thought of him often through the years. Godspeed Coach Jaynes.
Lawrence Medford
February 10, 2008
Dear Mary Ellen and family,
We were very saddened to learn about your loss. I have so many wonderful memories growning up with Bruce. May God be with you.
Sincerely,
Tom and Linda Garrett
February 9, 2008
Mary Ellen and family, Tom and I were saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. We remember so fondly his teaching us in high school - algeba and biology. Also, we were so glad to get to see you at the recent Boone family reunions. I'm glad that we were able to stay in touch. You and Bruce have been inspirations to us and we express our love and sympathy to you and know that our prayers are with you and your family in the days ahead.
Our love,
Sherilyn Owen Anderson
February 9, 2008
I was a member of the Class of 1972 at East Mecklenburg High School. It's been 36 years since I have seen Mr. Jaynes. I have never forgotten him and have always remembered him as a kind and sweet man. I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jo Thompson
February 9, 2008
JBJaynes, a wonderful kind man who filled out my excuse slips in the EMeck cafeteria in 1968-70. He was a bright spot in my life and I know in yours. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I share your sadness. A loss for us all.
Jo Waggy Thompson
EMeck 1970
Taylor(Skip) Ribbeck
February 9, 2008
I was teaching at East High when Bruce was there.I sure missed him when he transferred to another school. He was surely a fine Christian Man who realy lived his Religion.
Leah Allen
February 9, 2008
Mr. Jaynes was principle at Albemarle Road Junior High when I was a student there. I have many fond memories of him walking the halls, speaking to students and teachers, calling down the troublemakers, praising those who choose to do the right thing. He was tough when he needed to be but was very kind as well. He made quite an impression on me and my brothers. My sympathy goes out to your family.
Sincerely,
Leah Allen
Dr. Thomas Cotter
February 8, 2008
Coach Jaynes was a big powerful man with a gentle smile and kind eyes. He was our headcoach in '57 and '58 at Waynesville where he updated us from the single wing into the (then) modern T-formation. He knew how to both console and motivate his players. He was admired and respected by his team and coaching staff. His memories are very vivid to me. I have prayed for his soul in bliss and wish his family acceptance and peace.
Scott Norris
February 8, 2008
Many fond memories from my youth days with the Jaynes Family. Bruce will always live on in my mind as a Tremendously Caring, Concerned, Helpful Man. My Thoughts and Prayers are with all of the Jaynes Family and Friends in your Loss.
He will Live on in Many Many Peoples Memories.
God Bless
Sandy Clark
February 8, 2008
I work at the Tryon House Restaurant and Bruce and Mary came in everyday. I will miss seeing his smiling face.
Don and Jona Wright
February 8, 2008
To the Jaynes Family,
Don and I were so sorry to hear of Steve's Dad's passing. Our heart felt prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. We can rejoice that he is now in the presence of our loving LORD singing and praising our Father in heaven.
We love you all,
Barbara Prince
February 8, 2008
Dear Mary Ellen,
Your friends at Marion Diehl pool were sad to learn today, Friday, February 9th about your beloved Bruce's death.
Our Sympathy, love, thoughts, and prayer are with you at this time.
Barbara J. Prince
Melvin and Anita McIntosh
February 8, 2008
Bruce Jaynes' smiling face will be missed, especially at Myers Park UMC. We were always delighted to shake his warmly, outstretched hand on Sunday morning, and at Adults Plus and other church functions. Melvin is honored to have a part in his memorial service.
Ruth Helen & Bill Noland
February 8, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Much love,
Jacqueline Gunter
February 8, 2008
Bruce was a wonderful person and great assistant principal at East Meck. May you and your family seek comfort in the Lord
Myrtle Fitzgerald Noland
February 8, 2008
The WTHS Class of 1956 send our sympathy to the family on the passing of our great teacher Mr. Jaynes. He was a wonderful teacher and coach at Waynesvill Township High School. Our love and prayers are with the family during this time of sadness & loss.
Myrtle Fitzgerald Noland
WTHS Class of 1956
Deborah Jaynes
February 8, 2008
May Bruce find peace in the gardens of Heaven. May the circle of love through family and friends be a comfort to you all during this time of grief. We share in your sorrows.
In love....Nancy, Deborah and Gary
Keith Gibson
February 8, 2008
To Bruce Jaynes family:
I was saddened to read of the passing of Bruce. He was so much a part of our younger days at Waynesville Township High School (WTHS).
Bruce seemed like family as we stayed in close contact with sister Iris over the many years.
May God bless all of you and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of tremendous loss.
Cordially,
Keith and Ollie (Evans) Gibson
Nicky Nichols
February 8, 2008
Bruce was a kind and loving relative We will miss him greatly Our sympathy to his family
Nicky and Ellen Nichols
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