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Claude Haney Obituary
December 28, 1942 - July 16, 2024
Ocean Springs, Mississippi - Claude Sykes Haney, Jr., 81 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on July 16, 2024.
He was born on December 28, 1942 in Aberdeen, MS to Claude and Allie Haney. He graduated from Oxford High School and attended Ole Miss. He was awarded the Eagle Scout, and the city of D'Iberville named a section of central avenue "Haney Way" in recognition of his contributions to the community. He owned and operated Haney's Pawn Shop from 1982 until his passing. Sykes was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed his business and friends he made in the community. He loved football, baseball, fishing, gardening, and growing tomato plants. He will be greatly missed.
Claude was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Allie Haney; children, Brian Michael Killcullen Haney and Aaron Perry Haney; sister, Grace Knolton.
He is survived by his loving wife of forty years, Pam Haney; children, Cary Sykes Haney and Vicki Highfield; grandchildren, Chandler Sykes Haney, Abigail Haney, and Shelby Highfield; niece Joy (Keith) McDaniel; daughter-in-law, Tiffany Haney; and his cat, Merv.
A funeral service will be held at 7:00pm on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Ocean Springs. Friends may visit from 5:00pm until service time.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family of Claude Sykes Haney, Jr. View and sign online tribute at www.bokfh.com
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Stan and Debi Fountain
September 17, 2024
We're so very sorry to hear of Sykes passing. He was such a nice guy and his family and friends have our sincere condolences . Stan and Debi Fountain
David Schroeder
July 22, 2024
So Sorry to hear of Mr Haney's Passing . Our condolences to the family and friends. Haney was instrumental in my family getting into the pawn business in the 1980's. he was an outstanding person. he will be greatly Missed.
Linda, Allie and Sam Hasley
July 21, 2024
I am in shock. We are so sorry. Our prayers are with you all. Mr Haney was a great man and will be missed by many. God bless you all.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
July 20, 2024
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
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