of West Memphis, AR
March 12, 1938 - September 7, 2020
John Raymond Haney (J.R. / Jay)
John Raymond Haney was born March 12, 1938 in Leachville, AR to John Shirley Haney & Gertrude Paris Swindal. He was raised by Gertrude & his Dad, Raymond D. Swindal. He departed this life peacefully on September 7, 2020. His family settled down in West Memphis when he was younger and he was called J.R. by his friends and family. He graduated from West Memphis High School where he was a member of the band and while working for Kroger was prepared to enter the FBI Academy before meeting & marrying the love of his life, Violet Gosa. J.R. became a printer and went to work for the Downtown Motor Inn where his coworkers began calling him, ''Jay''. As life went on, he and Violet started a family by having their children, Malinda and Tony. Jay went on to work for UT of Memphis and ultimately retired from Printing Crafts. He was known for his love of his family, kindness, understanding, and his dedicated work ethic. He enjoyed many outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and camping.
He was preceded in death by his father, mother, and step dad. He was survived by his wife of 62 years, Violet Gosa Haney, his daughter, Malinda Burton (Irwin) of Marion, son, Tony Haney of the home, Grandchildren, Amy Gairhan (Chris) of Marion, Hunter Burton (Lydia) of Marion, Taylor McClain (Tommy) of Jackson, TN, Tanner Haney (Savanna) of Hernando, MS, and Brianna Campbell (Daniel) of Marion, his great-grandchildren, Henley McClain, Addie Seibring, Millie McClain, Macon Campbell, Rhett Burton, & Hudson Campbell, as well as his brothers Don Swindal of West Memphis, Jim Haney of Paris, TN, and Bobby Haney of TX
Interment will be at Crittenden Memorial Park, in Marion, Arkansas, at 10:00am on Friday, September 11, 2020.
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10 Condolence(s)
Cheryl Miller Wilson
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
I went to school with Tony and they were, down the street, neighbors. It's never easy to lose a loved one~especially a parent. Sadly, I've lost all of my immediate family. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. May you cherish all the good times and memories.
Duane Pannell
Saturday, September 12, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear this. I worked with Jay for many years and I consider him one of the very finest co-workers I ever had. We were all really more like family than co-workers.
My sincere condolences to Violet, Malinda, Tony and all the family.
RIP Jay.
Merle weaver
Friday, September 11, 2020
Dianne Daniel
Friday, September 11, 2020
I really enjoyed my time working with Jay at Printing Crafts, He was a truly great guy. Prayers for the family & friends.
Clement J. McFarling
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Our prayers for the family is that GOD Almighty will bless each one of you with "his" love, peace and strength to carry you through this valley of losing your loved one. Mac, Laura & Jack McFarling
Mike Morrison
Thursday, September 10, 2020
God bless you and family
Kay Martin
Thursday, September 10, 2020
So sorry to hear , Jay was always so nice to me an all he met. Prayers & thoughts for such a sweet family!
Kim Covington
Thursday, September 10, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful person! I will always remember how kind he was to everyone. When I think of Jay, there are so many memories, but my mind goes to him sitting in his recliner in the den holding his tiny poodle. My condolences to the family, I know he will be dearly missed. God bless you all.
Genny Hallum
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Mo violet and Tony, I am so sorry about mr. Jay. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love always Genny
Bob Haney
Thursday, September 10, 2020
J R all my life I have, from vacations in the 50’s you were my big brother that had the greatest car in the world. A push button drive DeSoto. I have thought about you and your beautiful wife Violet all the time. I will always keep you two in my heart.