Mr. Monroe “Pete” Edward Haynes, Jr., age 80 of Stuart, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 27, 2024. He was born on December 15, 1943, in Patrick County to the late Monroe Edward Haynes, Sr. and Virginia Foley Haynes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Walter Haynes. Ed was a member of New Hope Church of the Brethren. He enjoyed NASCAR racing and bluegrass music. The greatest joy of his life was his family, he especially loved being a Papa to his grandchildren and watching them play in their activities.
Surviving Mr. Haynes are his loving wife of 58 years, Peggy Lou Martin Haynes; a son and daughter-in-law, Bradley and Angie Haynes of Bassett, VA; a daughter and son-in-law, Lori Ann and J.D. Morse of Stuart, VA; three grandchildren, Madison Haynes Webb and husband, Andrew, Monroe Morse, and Martin Morse and fiancé, Julianna Overby, two brothers and sisters-in-law, Ronnie Haynes and Anita Foley of Stuart, VA, Kennie and Sandy Haynes of Stuart, VA; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Betty Cannaday of Floyd, VA, and Carolyn and Gaylon Moran of King, NC; sister-in-law, Marilyn Haynes of Christiansburg; special caregiver, Bonnie Goad and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Mr. Haynes will be held Friday, March 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at New Hope Church of the Brethren with Pastor Rick Randall and Pastor Mike Varner officiating. Burial will follow in Ross Harbour Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday afternoon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Smith River Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 122, Woolwine, VA 24185, or to Alzheimer’s Association, Patrick County Chapter, P.O. Box 1301, Stuart, VA 24171. Online condolences may be sent to www.moodyfuneralservices.com.
