John Andrew Haygood

John Andrew Haygood Sr. 81, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and "King", transitioned into "Eternal Glory" peacefully with his loving Princes, John and Robert and Princess Tory by his side, on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

John was born on May 16,1944 to the proud parents of Robbie and Minnie Haygood in Scotia South Carolina. He graduated from Scotia High School. In pursuit of his dreams, John migrated to Springfield Massachusetts at the tender age of 17. He lived with his sister Annie Mae Wilson Haygood, who pioneered the way for John. He was a smart, independent, resourceful and hardworking young man. John was invited to church one day by Sister Reed and low and behold he met his" Queen" Mabel White at Bishop Marshalls church. Mabel and John would later be betrothed by the late Bishop Bryant Robinson Sr., at gram and granddad's home, 99 Alden St. John was employed by Spaulding/Callaway for 46 yrs as a Golf Ball Technician, until he retired.

John was a man of wisdom and a few words, but when he spoke "Everybody Listened". He always knew the right things to say and gave sound advice. He had a "Heart of Gold," peaceful demeanor and full of love. John proclaimed Jesus Christ as his Lord & Savior. He was a man of faith, prayer and avidly read his bible. He always faithfully went to church when he could with bible in hand. When Dad could no longer go to church, he watched the Impact Network. His favorite preachers were Bishop Wayne T. Jackson and Bishop Sheared Presiding C.O.G.I.C. Prelate. Dad always said "Jesus, Jesus, Jesus" and "Lord Help Me"...

John was a sports enthusiast. He loved his Celtics, Yankees and Giants with passion. He was a walking sports "Encyclopedia" and he was seldom wrong. Every day was sports Sunday. Dad was always sitting in his favorite" Lazy Boy" chair with remotes in hand. The house always sounded like a sports arena. Dad was affectionately called Papa, Pop-Pop and Pop's by his grandchildren, who loved him dearly. Papa was a comedian, full of jokes and stories, he made everybody laugh. Pop's loved fish and grits and he loved to dance. Dad had great taste in clothes, music, jewelry and cologne. Dad was a Cadillac driving, smooth talking, cool, handsome and lovable man.

Special thank you to Dad's "Earth Angel" Francesca Exantus. She tirelessly gave of herself and blessed our family to the end. Much love to Aunt Rosie, who is the Maya Angelou of our family with her beautiful poems. Many thanks to Miss June and Devon for their many contributions and help...

John is predeceased by his parents; Robbie Haygood and Minnie Wilson Haygood, two sisters; Lillie Mae Haygood and Annie Mae Wilson, three Brothers; Johnnie, Howard and Robert Haygood, one brother-in-law; Lee Wilson. He is survived by his son's Prince John. Andrew Haygood Jr. and Prince Robert Lee Haygood, daughter-in-law; Elizabeth Ann Haygood, Daughter; Princess Tory McCloud Gilmore, two sisters; Frankie Mae Jackson and Minnie Bell Wright, one brother; Josh Haygood, three sisters-in-law; Barbara Nichols, Rose White and Sally Murray, one brother-in-law; Charles White, 7 grandsons; John A. Haygood III, Bryan A. Haygood, Cameren McCloud-Thomas, Gavin Lumsden, Lamar Lumsden, Drew Skelton and Kamran Skelton-Edwards, three granddaughters; Briana R. Haygood (Kyle Lane), Aleah L. Haygood and Brittany Morgan, ten great-grandchildren; Ferrell Brathwait, Kaylani Haygood, Damien Giraud Budd, Dallas Morgan, Donnie Sharp Legend Sharp, Kase Skelton, Akilea Skelton, Amaiyla Skelton, Alaiyla Skelton. A multitude of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends to treasure his "Legacy"...