Terry Gilbert Haynes

Terry Gilbert Haynes

September 18, 1956 -April 3, 2023

66 Years Old

 

It is with loving hearts that the family of Terry Haynes announces his passing, which occurred on Monday April 3, 2023 at the Dr. Everett Chalmer Hospital in Fredericton NB.

Born in Kentville NS on September 18, 1956, he was the eldest son of the late James "Jim" Haynes.

Dad is survived by his mother Jean (Hogan) Haynes of Clare NS, and his wife of 39 years, Linda (Dembenski) Haynes of Geary, NB, his daughter, Krista Haynes of Breadalbane NB, his son Lee Haynes of Geary NB. Two grandchildren, Asher and Isla, his brothers Dale Haynes of Grande Prairie, AB, Jamie Haynes of Halifax, NS, his niece and nephew and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

An Electrician by trade for 35 years, he worked most of his career in Oromocto NB and at CFB Gagetown as an Electrical Foreman, retiring from there in 2017.

Growing up Dad enjoyed many sports such as Lacrosse and Taekwondo, which he got to relive through stories relayed to his grandson Asher.

When Dad was well he was an avid hunter and fisherman and always loved being outside. Dad and his best friend Marcel McLaughlin spent many a day in the great outdoors enjoying nature.

I know many of you reading this remember Dad for his long long hair, but did you know he donated all of that hair to wigs for cancer, he looked tough on the outside but had a huge heart.

His greatest joy was from spending time with his grandchildren, Asher and Isla, from putting them to sleep by driving the lawn mower around the yard numerous times, to watching them play in a bounce house for hours, and always spoiling them by slipping them money when he thought no one was watching.

I remember Dad as an animal rescuer of sorts, always bringing home unwanted or neglected pets, from a black rabbit with an attitude to a giant turtle that was found on the base, and thus turning our front yard into a turtles playground, we will never forget his "baby" Babe the six foot python, who he took out on many excursions which always raised  many eyebrows, to dads pleasure, Babe the python was definitely one of his favourites and we can't forget the day that he brought home a pink toe tarantula with no idea how to care for a tarantula but in Dads words "it needed a good home!" and then there was the bald eagle rescue, somehow Dad and Marcel spotted this poor injured eagle, on the ground and way off in the distance, not sure what kind of animal they were seeing but it did not matter to them because it needed help and they were determined to help it, no fear of a very large bird of prey, it was hurt and all that mattered to them was helping the poor bird.

Dad loved motorcycles, something he shared his love for with his son Lee.  Dad had many motorcycles over the years, but he was most proud of his 2001 Harley Davidson Electa Glide Trike. Dad was also a founding member of the Simple Men's Motorcycle Club, but due to heath issues he was not able to stay with the club as long as he would have liked, but always thought of the men as his fellow brothers.

Dad’s garage "man cave" was where you would find him most days and everyone was always welcomed with open arms, he liked to host but in his own way. He did not want to miss anyone coming by, so he rigged up the doorbell so that it made the lights flash so even when his music was very loud (which was often) he still knew when company was at the door.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Marcel for always being there for dad, on the good days and the bad. Dad was very lucky to have such an amazing friend all the way till the end.

Cremation will take place under the care of St. George Funeral Home (506-755-3533), 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. There will be no ceremonial services as per Dad’s request.

Should any donations be considered, please make them to the Oromocto SPCA.