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Rev. William Haynie Epps

William Epps Obituary

THE REV. WILLIAM HAYNIE EPPS BELTON- Rev. William Haynie Epps, 56, husband of Diane Waters Epps of 107 Youth Center Rd. died Friday, March 14, 2008 at AnMed Health Medical Center. Born in Anderson County, he was the son of the late Rev. William James and Rachel Lloyd Epps. He was the Associate Pastor for Independent Church of God of Belton. Surviving in addition to his wife of the home are: daughters, Wanda Epps Kanipe, wife of Terry, Angela Epps Kanipe, wife of Keith all of Williamston and Christy Epps Friar, wife of Dwayne of Belton; brother, Mike Epps of Belton; sisters, Mary Arflin of Honea Path, Susan McCollum of Belton and Diane Collins of Indiana; grandsons, Willie, Jacob and Noah Kanipe all of Williamston and Spec. Joshua Kanipe of CA; granddaughters, Brittany and Katelyn Friar both of Belton, Jessica Kanipe of Williamston and Pvt. Megan Kanipe of TX. He was preceded in death by his brother, Denny Epps. Service will be conducted 1pm Monday at Independent Church of God of Belton with Rev. Norman Bayne, Chuck Bagwell, Rev. Terry Kanipe, Rev. Paul Hood and Rev. Carroll Harrison officiating. Burial will follow at Garden of Memories. Flowers are optional or memorials may be made to Independent Church of God. The family will receive friends from 6pm until 8pm Sunday at Cox Funeral Home. The family will be at the home of Angela Kanipe, 2633 Anderson Highway Williamston, SC 29697.

Published by Anderson Independent-Mail from Mar. 15 to Mar. 16, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Epps

53 Entries

Diane Epps

April 14, 2008

Hi Sweetheart, it has been a month today sense you went HOME. It has been a long, hard, trialing and lonesome month. Time has went by so slow. I use to think we had shared a good and lone life time together, but now as I think back 42 years wasn't long enough. You won my heart in November of 1965 and January 22 we started dating on January 26 we were married, five years later of course. And now 42 years later you still have my heart and always will. You have always been my #1 guy.
When I go off anywhere and come back home old Champ meets the car and goes from one side to the other looking for you. He'll follow me in the house and go to the bedroom, jump up on the bed and still don't see you. Then he wants back outside where he still waits to see
you come home.
We kept the singing in Columbia with the Association Sat. April 12th. I cried all the way, not having you there just wasn't the same. It did not feel right at all. When the girls got up to sing, I kept looking for someone to roll you out in your old wheel chair, but you didn't show up, But you know what I could feel your presents. The girls did an awesome job I know you was looking down with a great big smile telling my Mom and Dad, and your Mom and Dad that's our girls. Introducing each of them to my Mom for she never knew of Angela and Christy, Wanda was just a baby when she left, Christmas of 74. And there is Willie he played the drums Sat. not just one like he usually does, but for a whole session. And I know you told everyone who listed that's my 10 year old grandson. There was a lady who came up to him and told him he blessed her heart and could not believe he had been playing since he was 18 months old. He told he that was when my Papa bought my first set of drums and of course he had his big set of drums that his Papa bought him. She ask that we pray for her grandson that he would take an interest in the Lord's work also. Willie said "Nana do you think Papa heard me tonight." I told him, "Papa was grinning from ear to ear. And as proud as proud could be when he heard you start the first song to the last one tonight." After the singing the other groups in the Association came up and said that they could see old Dad in all three of them. In their face, their smile, their hearts and in their singing. Many shared a few tears with us, and shared some encouraging words. If you could only hear some of the commits that loved one, family, friends new and old, and neighbors have said to us you would surly have a big head. But I feel that everyone spoke from their hearts.
We know the work is not completed and want be until God calls us home to spent eternity with Him, you and all our loved one already there and those who will come on before us. So we will keep on keeping on just like you made us all promise. So darling until I meet you by the river side, or if I fail to see you there look for me a Jesus feet. For one day soon we will be together again. Every morning when we would get up you would say good morning Baby, how did you sleep. And I lone to hear you say those seven precious words. And we will never have to say good bye ever again. Oh yell when you see Glenda and Bud tell them about Noah and all the rest of the grandchildren Josh, Jess, Meg, Kayla, Willie, Brittany, Jacob and Katie. They all love and miss you so much. Life without you will never be the same. I miss you every day and lone for the day when we are together again. My love for you will never die. If anything I'll love you more and more every day for the rest of my life.
Good night to my sweetheart. My first and last love. There will never be another like you.

Love Forever and A Day
Your wife, Diane

I want to thank everyone for all the kind and I want to thank everyone for all the kind and encouraging word you sent to me and my family. You may contact me through the Epps Family web site at www.theeppsfamily.com

If you would like to have the Epps Family at your church or gathering contact me through our web site. Keep praying for The Epps Family as we travel for the Lord spreading a little good news thru song.

Love in Christ
Diane Epps and Family

Ronnie

April 14, 2008

Now I feel that we should honor an old friend:

This past week I was saddened at the news of Rev. William Haynie Epps home going. Then I was able to rejoice that a long time friend, who had suffered greatly in the past few years with health problems, was now rejoicing on the streets of glory. He had achieved the goal that I was still struggling to reach.

Haynie and the Centurions first crossed paths back in the mid 70's. We were much younger then, and both of us thought we were part of a ministry that would never end. And while our ministry paths went in different directions, a couple of years ago we were able to reacquaint with each other.

Haynie traveled, raised a family of beautiful singers, and organized a church. I'm sure that Satan really wanted to see him stopped, and he used every measure he could to slow the ministry of the Epps family, but God always provided Haynie with the strength and the right people to keep singing and preaching about Jesus and His wonderful saving grace. I know that I never heard Haynie question God, or act as if he was bothered about the trials and health issues he was facing. He would always just smile and let me know that as far as Haynie Epps was concerned, God is in control.

Last Sunday evening we attended the family reception, it was no small affair, in fact the average visitor waited in line an average of 45 minutes to an hour just to pay their respect and let the family know that they were being supported by our prayers, love, and support that we as mere humans could offer. Yet while there, we, the visitors, were lifted up by the family and their positive attitude. Each and every member knew in their mind and heart that Haynie is with the Lord.

Monday as the memorial service began, there was a feeling of sadness among the attendees, but that faded pretty quickly when the family began to sing and praise the Lord. Each speaker shared a little about the love, support, the little things that a good Christian man had shared and impressed upon their lives. It really wasn't long before I felt a longing to be where Haynie is.

As the service came to an end, the music played an old song that was dearly loved by Haynie and his family. You probably remember Kenny Hinson as he sang it, and if you ever were present during the Epps Family concerts, I know you can still see Haynie smile and rare back as he gave everything in the the presentation of "Call Me Gone". I can still hear the words echo in my mind as I think about the reality of the situation and the fact that so many folks are without God. "I just don't want to be left here without Jesus to call on".

I pray that this is the prayer of every Gospel singer and group out there today. Our job isn't any easier as we travel from town to town, auditorium to auditorium, and church to church. But the one thing we can count on is that WE STILL HAVE JESUS TO CALL ON. That same message was shared by Haynie Epps, and will continue to be shared by the remainder of the Epps Family, the Centurions, and many other groups as we continue on sharing the Gospel in song.

A friend has gone on to be with the Lord, a good man, a good Christian, and a good friend. All I can say in closing is that Haynie beat me there, and Haynie, when you get a moment to look around, look for me, for I will be there too. Because the Blood of Jesus and the true resurrected Savior has paid the debt that sin has placed on my life. Your life on earth may have ended, but your life in Heaven is just beginning. The one thing I remember as humorous abouth the services was when Haynie's daughter Kristie told me that now she and her dad share the same birthday date. She says that she will celebrate her birth here on earth and Daddy's birth in heaven.

Folks, you may think we are a strange bunch, but the one thing I have learned in life is to serve the risen Savior, the ONE that we will be celbrating this Easter weekend.

You see, It's not about us, it's ALL ABOUT HIM!

Don't forget us as you go by your daily routine. We are out here ministering through song and looking for an opportunity to be in a Church or Auditorium in your area. We would love to be with you real soon.

May God Bless

Ronnie, Joette, Wayne, John, and Winton; The Centurions

Melissa Gorman

April 9, 2008

Haynie,
As sick as you had been, it was still such a shock to discover you had passed. The past few weeks have been very hard for the family but we have all supported one another and lifted one another up with encouraging words and prayer.

Your service was awsome!! You would have been pleased; we had church, just like you would have wanted.

I miss you so much. Haynie, you were a father figure to me. I came to the church as a 17 year old, pregnant, unwed young girl and you and the family welcomed me with open arms. Made me feel I didn't have to be ashamed. You showed me the love of Christ, caused me to turn my life around and live and sing for Him. You were like a grandaddy to Aaron, he was one of your palbarers. Oh how he cried when his job was done, he loves you so.

Well, the gospel must go on and the girls have picked up the mantle. They will carry it and work till harvest time. I have been honored by the girls and Diane. They asked me to be an Epps. Now, we don't favor in the face or the waist but I have always felt like part of the family and now...I am. We'll go on and do the work you started.

I know you never met my Grandaddy, his name was J.W. Maners. When you see him, tell him I said hello and can't wait to meet him over there. By the way, get him to play the harmonica for ya, you guys can have a jam session. Tell Mama Epps, we sure do miss her. I know ya'll are singing and shouting 'round the throne.

Tell Jesus I'm watching and waiting, that we are tilling the ground, preparing for harvest time.

Love and prayers to the Epps Family.

Susan and Stephanie McCollum

April 4, 2008

Brother, it's still hard to believe you are gone. But you have a new body and I'm sure you are shouting with Mom and Dad and Granny in Glory. And most of all you are with Jesus and one day Me and Stephanie will see you and Mom and Dad and all our loved ones gone on before us, and we will shout and sing "Inside the Gate". That will be a glorious day when we all meet again in "The Land of the Living", what a Joy to see Jesus face to face and to say Thank you for His saving grace.

Susan and Stephanie McCollum

April 4, 2008

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Wanda Kanipe

April 3, 2008

Daddy,
I have put this off for so long. This has been so hard, saying goodbye.I miss you so much. I wished I could give you one more hug or stand beside you for one more song. I had no idea that I would have to go through losing one of my parents. It seems so unreal. Who will I ask, What should I do now? You have always been my rock. You have taught me to always trust in God. The day after you left, I was crying & praying to God. In His still small voice He said, "Trust Me". I will trust & accept His answer to our prayers. We, including you, prayed for your healing. You often would testify that God was going to bring you out of Egypt. Well, your Cannan Land came.
It has been my greatest honor standing beside you & singing.I will treasure it forever. You are a great Daddy. I promise I will teach my children the lessons you have taught me- always trust in God. I promise with all my might & with God's blessings the "work" you left behind will carry on. I will pick up the mantle & run with it.
I wished I could have seen the family reunion when you crossed over. I know that you are enjoying your brand new body. By now, everyone has heard the new voice in the choir. I know you have finally seen the place that you have been singing about all these years & traded your "cross" for a crown. But the most rewarding, meeting Jesus face to face. WOW!
Daddy, I love & miss you so. Please save a spot for me in the choir beside you, where I won't have to whisper the words to the song in your ear.
See you in the rapture,
Love Wanda (favorite daughter #1)

Haynie {Papa} & Noah {Christmas 2007}

March 31, 2008

{Front Row} Haynie, Wanda & Mike {Back Row} Sue, Rachel {Mama Epps} & Mary

March 31, 2008

Haynie & Willie {Papa given instructions on driving Epps Family Bus}

March 31, 2008

{Easter 2004} Haynie {Papa}, Wanda, Willie, Brittany, Jacob & Katie {Tackling Papa}

March 31, 2008

Haynie & Precious {May 1997}

March 31, 2008

Haynie {Papa}, Diane {Nana}, Wanda, Terry, Josh, Jessica, Megan, Willie, Angela, Keith, Christy, Dwayne & Brittany {Family Outting}}

March 31, 2008

{Christmas 2007} Haynie {Papa}, Diane {Nana}, Noah, Katelyn, Jacob, Brittany, William {Willie}, Megan and Jessica {1 missing Josh in Iraq}

March 31, 2008

Haynie, Diane, Wanda, Angela and Christy {July 2007}

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Haynie & Diane {May 2003}

March 31, 2008

Haynie & Diane {Angela's wedding 1999}

Diane Epps

March 31, 2008

My darling husband, who I'll love for the rest of my live. You have been a part of my life for so long, it's so hard to let go. You went above and beyond to see that my needs and wants were taken care of. You were the best husband, friend, a help mate, a wife could ask for. You were my everything. We depended on each other so much. I don't know what I'll do with out you my love. You left before I knew what happen, so quick.

You was a wonderful dad to our three daughters. You was more than a dad, you was their best buddy. We got them raised and married off I was still raising you. And then the grandchildren came along, and you were in your third childhood. Growing up all over again. I can see you out in the front yard playing football with them. You was their best buddy. They all miss and love you too, and so do the son-in-laws. So many precious memories. Honey I still can't believe you are gone. It has been over two week, my heart still aches and long to see you, to touch you. There is an empty feeling that no one will ever fill. The night you died a part of me died with you. You had a beautiful service, each speaker knew just what to say, Mike, Mary and Sue did a wonderful job singing and you would have been proud of the girls they too did a wonderful job. I didn't think they would be able to sing but they did. We had church just like you wanted. You use to tell me "if you could just open up my heart you would see just how much I love you". Well if you could open up my heart you would see just how much I love you and miss you. You are and always will be my favorite singing. The girls made a promise to you several months back to keep on keeping on for the Lord and they are. Your legacy will live on. We'll pick up the armor and go on for the Lord until it's time "To Call Me Gone", and " I'll Sure Miss You" until then. But I'm so glad there's no more dialysis God gave you two brand new kidneys. No more talk about amputation God has given you two brands new legs. GOD HAS GIVEN YOU A BRAND NEW BODY. So until " I Meet You In The Morning", we will say hello and never have to say good-bye ever again.
You are my first and only love.

Love you forever and a day
Your wife, Diane

Katelyn Friar

March 30, 2008

Hi Papa, I miss you alot. You are my favorite Papa in the world. I can't wait to see you again in Heaven. I will take care of Nana and the family. We will talk to Noah every day about you. I am so glad you have a new body. All 10 toes, both running legs, and 2 working kidneys. Please don't forget about me. Sing a song for me in Heaven. We listen to Call me Gone but no one can sing it like you. You sing very good. I love you so much and tell Jesus I love him to.

Brittany Friar

March 30, 2008

My papa was Haynie Epps he was the boss of the Epps Family he was my fishing buddy and he let me work on all kinds of things that needed work and he loved when I painted stuff that was camouflouge and he was my best friend ever in the world even though you kind of got mad at me but I got over it. I miss him so much and thats why I loved him even though you sang better than Kenny Hinson I loved him so much.

Christy (favorite daughter) Friar

March 28, 2008

Well Dad, its be 2weeks today I had to let you go. I miss you soooo much. Life is not the same. Like the song says: Each passing day has brought much pain. I sure miss you but Heaven sweeter with you there. I wish I could have a least 30 seconds, no let's make that a little long 30 mins to tell you how much I love you. It has been hard. Not a day goes by I cry for you. If you could open my chest and look into my heart you could see the millon pieces that it is in. I never thought I would have to give you up. I didn't just loose a dad, a best friend also. Your what held us together. I feel like I am in a dream. We are doing our best to take care of mom, but it is so hard. She really misses you. Poor old Champ (the dog) is waiting on you to come home. He will not go into the house. You would have been very pleased with your service. We had church! The church was packed out. It's hard for me to go into the church now because all I see is you there. I know you are not in any pain and your not suffering with that leg. You have 2 new legs and new kidneys. You don't need mine now. Plus I bet there's not any mud to get stuck in. HA HA! I better go, it's getting late. It want be long until I see you again. Please look for me or be waiting by the river for me. I LOVE YOU!!

William Kanipe

March 27, 2008

My Papa was the best singer thier is. He was better than the Hinsons put all together. He was in a group call The Epps Family. It started with his Mom and Dad then my mom and aunts and it still continues on.

Rev. Terry Kanipe (son-in-law)

March 27, 2008

In July of 1989, God led me to a meeting place where I was to meet a man that would turn out to be one of the most influential persons on my life. I was young in the Lord, and knew almost nothing of gospel music. Haynie right then became my mentor. I'd watch his style, his dress, how he ran sound, how he picked the song list. When he'd have a band, I'd want a band. When he'd use tracks, I'd use tracks. And he taught me well. He honored me when he would play the bass for my group, or when he would ask me to sing or play guitar with him. But the greatest honor was when he asked me to be the pastor of the church his father had founded, and he called me his pastor. I will every day, until I see him in glory, greatly miss him . And will, with all my heart and might, continue the work that he has left us to finish.

Jacob Kanipe

March 26, 2008

Hi Papa,
I love you & miss you!

Haynie & Diane Epps- April 7,1984

March 25, 2008

Rachel Epps

March 24, 2008

Uncle Haynie,
I hate to say that you are gone, but I am GLAD to say that you are shouting in Heaven. You were an amazing person and I miss you dearly. I always loved to hear you sing, "Outside the Gate" and "Call Me Gone," and now I really can call you gone. But now, you're inside the gate, and you don't have to worry about all of these worldly troubles. Haynie, I wouldn't wish you back for anything in this world, but I do wish that I could've spent one more day with you before you went on to be with Jesus. You were the only TRUE Uncle I had left, and now you're gone. But I'm very glad that you are no longer in pain. Please tell Nanny and Papa that I love them very much and don't forget to tell Jesus that I love him too! I hope to see you all very soon!!! I love you very much and I miss you dearly.

Dwayne Friar

March 23, 2008

I first want to say that Haynie (my father-in-law) was/is my favorite bass player of all times. I learned alot from him. In the 12+ years that I have known him and have been a part of his family, I have gathered alot of good memories. He was a man that was very loving and easy to love and anyone that knew Haynie Epps knew the music ministry that he shared with his family wasn't something that he took lightly. It was a calling from God and he answered it very well. I can't wait to see him again. For any questions circulating as to whether or not the Epps Family will continue, I can only say that we wouldn't have it any other way. The Epps Family will be carried on by Diane Epps(MOM), Terry & Wanda(Epps) Kanipe, Keith & Angela(Epps) Kanipe, Dwayne & Christy(Epps) Friar along with our children. Also traveling along side of us will be Steve Lang and Melissa Gorman. The goal that each of us share is to continue in the ministry that "Haynie Epps" has set before us and that the legacy of "Haynie Epps" will not die. To book the Epps Family, contacts can be made to Diane Epps @ 864-338-6977, Terry & Wanda @ 864-847-9567. Keith & Angela @ 864-840-9569 and/or Dwayne & Christy @ 864-392-1392. Thanks for continual prayers and may God bless and keep.

Mary Arflin

March 21, 2008

Brother,
You will never know how much Ronnie & I will miss you..I know that you are probably busy singing with Kenny Hinson & Mom & when you get a break, Daddy is probably reading scriptures & you guys are shouting together...You promised me & Ronnie that we would play & sing one more time before you went home but that's ok because we'll do it in Heaven when we get there!! All the family misses you & it's not gonna be the same without you but I'm glad you're not in pain anymore!! Just wanted you to know that you was a special brother & my other brother , Mike , & sisters Diane & Sue are very special to me too....We are & will always be a close family because God has ordained it to be...Tell Jesus that I love him & I'll try to carry on for him , even tho I have made so many mistakes...tell Mom & Dad that when God gets through with me , I'll be there & CALL ME GONE TOO!!!!
Love, Sis

Rev. Mike Epps

March 20, 2008

Brother I know that you are in heaven now and no more suffering and you have a new body. Tell DAD and MOM that I will see you all one day. But for now there is still a work to do for God. The Epps Family's ministry that MOM and DAD started will as you use to sing CARRY ON.

Haynie Epps

Angela Kanipe

March 19, 2008

Hey Daddy, you will be missed. Keep those PEARLY GATES OPEN for me. I love you.

Sandie Medlin

March 18, 2008

I AM EXTREMELY GRATEFUL THAT GOD TURNED MY CAR AROUND A FEW MONTHS AGO AND I WAS ABLE TO PRAY WITH HANEY ONE LAST TIME.ALL OF US NEED TO MAKE MORE OF AN EFFORT TO CHECK ON PEOPLE WE LOVE AND ENCOURAGE THEM AS WE DID IN THE PAST.HANEY WILL BE REMEMBERED AND MISSED.I LOVE YOU DIANE AND THE GIRLS ALSO.

Kathy Grant Bishop

March 18, 2008

Haynie was a beloved member of our B-HP class of '71. He had a kind and gentle spirit that I have never forgottan. How we all loved to hear him sing! Now, he's singing around God's throne.
I know God will comfort you in the loss of your loved one.

Julie Smith

March 18, 2008

To the Epps Family:
We are deeply sorry for your loss.
We remember Bro. Epps singing "Raise Your Hand If You Know The Answer". We know without a doubt that Bro. Epps is forever today with that answer.

A little boy dying with Cancer ask his Mom what it was like to die and she said, "Let me go pray and I'll be back with an answer".
She said, "Son, do you remember when you use to fall asleep in the car and would wake up in your nice comfortable bed"? and the lad said, "Yes Mama, I remember". Well, when we fall asleep here on Earth, our Heavenly Father gently carries us in His arms like your daddy use to and we wake up in Heaven.
We are praying for the great Comforter to Manifest Himself within each of you as time goes on.

Wally, Julie and Joshua Smith, Gray Court, South Carolina

Mrs.Donna Gibson

March 18, 2008

Haynie you sure will be missed by so many people and family. I know that Mom & Pop Epps are celebrating your arrival and I would pretty well bet that Pop is doing his famous Jericho March around Heaven as only he could. Know that we loved you..your life touched our lives and we shall always be blessed wiith that. The battle is over.. time for the Lords soldier to rest..rest in the arms of the Father. Welcome Home my Son!!
Our deepest regards to Diane & Family..we love you all & will be praying for the Lords grace & peace & comfort touch you all in a mighty way. May the Lord comfort you as only he can. I love you guys.
Donna (Rogers) Gibson
March 18, 2008

Mrs.Donna Gibson

March 17, 2008

Epps Family,
My deepest regards to your family over the passing of Haynie...he will be missed in so many ways. Thank you all for sharing Haynie with us. What a reunion Haynie & Ma and Pa Epps are having now...all things become as new!! I love you all very much. In my prayers.
Mrs.Donna (Rogers) Gibson
3/17/08

BETTY SPIRES

March 17, 2008

HEARTFELT SYMPATHY.....A WONDERFUL MAN OF GOD....A WONDERFUL HUSBAND/DADDY....THE HEAVENLY CHOIR NEVER SOUNDED SO GOOD.....KEEP HIS MEMORIES IN YOUR HEART FOR THEY ARE YOUR TREASURE FOREVER....MY MEMORY OF HIS BEING AT THE BELLVIEW SINGING WILL BE INSTILLED IN MY MIND ALWAYS. HE REJOICED IN THE LORD , SO PROUD OF HIS FAMILY. AND SANG HIS PRAISES TO HIS HEAVENLY FATHER. LOVE & PRAYERS, BETTY ANN SPIRES (MORNING STAR GOSPEL TRIO)

March 17, 2008

Diane,Wanda,Angela and Christy,
We were so sorry to hear about Haynie's passing. Haven't seen you in a while,but do think of you. All of you were a special part of our lives for a long time.We know how hard it's going to be to go on with your lives day to day without Haynie here with you physically,but he will always be here with you in every thing you do,He'll be the wind on your face ,the shunshine in your your hair,the beautiful flowers that are all fixing to blume.His presence is all around you every day,and his legacy lives within each of you.He will be greatly missed,but also will be greatly remembered.Our thoughts are with each of you,and if there's anything we can do to help just let us know.
Judy and Little Al

Darla Powell

March 16, 2008

Sorry to hear about your loss. I didn't know him, but sounds like he was a wonderful man.
Angela, i know you from the Christian Bookstore : )
Love, Darla Powell

Soni Gray

March 16, 2008

Epps Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your lose. Mr. Epps was a great man of God, that always made me and my family feel welcome every time we came around. He will be missed greatly. We Love y'all. Soni, Josh & Jesi

Dean & Paul Transiskus

March 16, 2008

OUR FAMILY WILL NEVER FORGET HAYNIE AND ALL THAT HE SUNG SO WELL; ESPECIALLY, THE LIGHTHOUSE, BUT NOW HE'LL BE SINGING FOR THE GREATEST AUDIENCE EVER!

Ray Elledge

March 16, 2008

Thinking of you and your family at this time. My thoughts and prayers are always with you. God has taken a great man to reign in heaven and some day we will all be together again.

barbara Isbell

March 16, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

janice peace

March 16, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Renee Wilson

March 16, 2008

Wanda, Christy and Angela
I want ya'll to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Even though I did not know your father that well I feel your heart ache.
You have comfort in knowing that he is in heaven with the Jesus and is now one of his angles never having to be in pain again.
You will miss him very,very much but I promise you it does get easier as time goes by.
Just remember that God will heal your broken heart.
I love you, Renee Wilson

Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord. Psalm 31:24

Lynn Sudberry

March 16, 2008

We giving our deepest sympathy he was the best to each and everyone.He will be missed deeply by everyone.He was a great friend to us and was a great father,husband and grandfather.We are here for ya'll if you need us through this lost.We Love Ya'll.

Cindy Aiken

March 16, 2008

To my former youth bowlers and your families. I will keep you in my prayers and my heart. I miss all of you and know that your dad and grand dad is a special part of your life, even if he is gone to be with our heavenly Father. Call if you need to talk. My love and prayers are with you. Cindy Aiken

Amy McClatchy

March 15, 2008

TO THE EPPS FAMILY. I WILL MISS SEEING AND HEARING HAYNIE'S JOKES AND HIS VOICE. YOUR FAMILY HAS BEEN A TRUE BLESSING TO ME IN WORDS THAT YOU WILL NEVER KNOW. HAYNIE IS WHERE WE LONG TO BE. HE IS NOT SUFFERING NO MORE HE IS RUNNING ON THOSE GOLDEN STREETS PRAISING GOD AND SHOUTING IN HEAVEN. YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY IS IN OUR PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

The Shiflett Family

March 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. May it comfort you to know that Haynie is with our Lord in Heaven.

Tony, Debra, and Chad Goodwin

March 15, 2008

To one of the dearest family's we know. You are in our prayers and hearts today. Haynie is at total peace now with total "victory". We have to "keep on going" until we see him again. We love you'll. We're here for you if you need us for anything!

JANICE & BILL WHELAN

March 15, 2008

THE WORLD IS GOING TO MISS THIS GREAT MAN, HUSBAND, FATHER, AND COUSIN. AUNT RACHEL, UNCLE WILLIAM, ERNEST SMITH, DORIS SMITH TAYLOR, GRANNY IDELL, AND GRANDMA VENNIE GASSAWAY, AND JESUS CHRIST WILL HAVE ANOTHER ANGEL IN HEAVEN.
FROM YOUR COUSIN IN TN
JANICE & BILL WHELAN

Kim Fisher Ambrose

March 15, 2008

I am sorry to hear about your loss...I know there is nothing I can say to make things better, but I do know that God will get have the best angel ever. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Norma Painter

March 15, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Norma Painter

March 15, 2008

My heart goes out to each and every one of y'all. I am so so sorry. He was a devout Christian, a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He loved God and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you strength and may you find comfort in knowing that "Papa Haynie" is definitely in Heaven. I love you all.

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