Mr. Paschal McCoy Haynes

Asheville - Paschal (Pat) M. Haynes, 91, died Monday, February 1, 2010. He is survived by daughter, Helen Haynes Craig and son-in-law, Jim Craig, of Acworth, Ga.; daughter, Mary Haynes Fierle; son-in-law, Tim Fierle; grandchildren, Helena and Lewis Fierle of Asheville. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Florence Corkey McCorkle Haynes in 1977, and son, David Haynes in 2002. He also leaves his dear friend, Jane Douglas of Athens, Ga., with whom he spent 20 plus years square dancing, round dancing, bowling, and traveling. Pat was born in Randolph County, Alabama, May 9, 1918, one of 11 children of Arminda Stewart and Lewis Haynes. After graduating from Randolph County High School in 1937, and attending Jacksonville State College he joined the Civilian Pilot Training program and the National Guard. In 1942 his guard unit mobilized as part of the U.S. Army Air Corps. He flew B 25 and B 26 bomber planes in the South Pacific Theatre during WW II and was awarded an air medal for meritorious service. Continuing service to his country in the Air Force Reserve, he retired after 20 years as Lt. Colonel. He later continued his education at the University of Alabama and the University of Georgia receiving Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Education and a Six Year Certificate. Pat spent his career in the field of Education as a Teacher, Principal, Assistant School Superintendent, Text Book Representative, and lastly as Professor of Educational Media at the University of Georgia from which he retired in 1986. During his life, he enjoyed being a gardener, auto mechanic and photographer. He was a life-long student who imparted his love of learning to his children. Pat was an active member of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens, Ga. for over 30 years. He was also involved in several human rights organizations, including the Human Relations Council of Clarke County Georgia during the1960s Civil Rights era, the American Civil Liberties Union and the American Humanists Association. He loved his family and was proud of his humble farm-boy beginnings. Some of his happiest times were spent at reunions with his 10 siblings and dozens of nieces and nephews at The Farm near Wedowee, Alabama. Family and friends will remember Pat as a skeptic who questioned everything, a teacher who used every opportunity to impart knowledge to others, a lover of nature who could whistle a Bob White quail within two feet, a champion for equality, who during segregation always chose to drink from the colored water fountain, and a caring neighbor who shared his vegetables. His positive influence will live on among many. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, February 7, at the Day Chapel, The State Botanical Garden of Georgia, followed by a reception for family and friends. Remembrances may be made to The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens Georgia, 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA 30606, or The State Botanical Garden of Georgia, 2450 South Milledge Ave., Athens, GA 30605. Morris Funeral Home, 304 Merrimon Ave., is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent through morrisfamilyfuneralhome.com

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Mr. Paschal McCoy Haynes

May 9, 1918 - February 1, 2010