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Delmar W. Haynes Jr. 1950-2026

Delmar “Del” W. Haynes Jr., 76, of Waynesboro, PA, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026 in Chambersburg, PA.

Delmar W. Haynes Jr.
Delmar W. Haynes Jr.

Del was born on August 24, 1950 in Baltimore, MD. He was the son of the late Delmar W. Haynes Sr. and Majorie L. (Ayres) Willett. He was the husband of Deborah K. (Smith) Haynes, who he was married to for thirty-two years.

Del dedicated fifteen years of his time serving at the food pantry and clothing closet at Five Forks Church in Waynesboro, PA. He also attended the church whenever he was able and enjoyed spending time studying the Bible and reading God’s Word. Throughout his life, Del held numerous jobs in metal fabrication and took great pleasure in working outdoors.

In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his children, Matthew and Kimberly Haynes. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and his five siblings. He was preceded in death by his two sons, Jason Haynes and Delmar “Del” Haynes lll.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Howard L. Sipes Funeral Home Inc., McConnellsburg, PA, with Pastor Erik Sollenberger officiating. There will be one hour of visitation held prior to the service on Thursday.

Interment will be private at the St. Mark’s Cemetery, Bedford, PA.

Arrangements were made by the Howard L. Sipes Funeral Home Inc., McConnellsburg, PA.

Online condolences may be expressed at the funeral home’s website.

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