Kenneth Arnold Haynes

Kenneth Haynes, born on June 28, 1956, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. A man of deep warmth, strong values, and a quiet sense of humor, Kenneth leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Kenneth had a true passion for the simple joys in life—casting a line into still waters, watching a Bears game on a Sunday afternoon, or sitting around a table playing dominoes with family and friends. He was a master of the grill and a firm believer that nothing was ever truly clean unless bleach was involved.

More than anything, Kenneth cherished his family. He was a proud and devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and cousin. His children and grandchildren were his world, and he made it a point to travel any distance to be present in their lives. Whether it was camping trips, birthdays, or just everyday moments, he showed up—with open arms and an open heart.

He had a special way of making sure everyone stayed connected. Kenneth was the glue that held the family together, always reaching out with a phone call, a visit, or a story to remind us that we’re stronger when we stick together.

Kenneth Haynes will be deeply missed but forever remembered. His love lives on in the family he held so dear and in the countless lives he touched with kindness, laughter, and steady care.

May he rest in peace, with a fishing pole in hand, a Bears cap on his head, and family never far from his heart.

He will join two of his siblings in heaven Wayne and Debbie 'Sweetie' but is survived by her children Casandra, Lavelle, Corey, Ray. Kenny is survived by his siblings, sister, Mamie Hudson and her children Rayjean, Melvin, Kim Blackmon and Monica. his brother, Benjamin 'Ed' and his sister, Donna and her child, Anita Span. Kenny’s leaves behind six children, Evelyn (Kendrick) Plamore and her children Tyrail, DeAngleo, Deaunte and CJ, Kenny Jr Haynes, his ex - Eva, along with his children Kamyi, Javen, Aja and Azarya, Jeff Haynes and his children, Antonio, Lucas, Aniah, Santana and Carmelo, Nicole (Lorin) Trice, and their, Karyn, Payten and Jaylen, Kendra Haynes and her children Keyona and Keyla and Ryan (Katie) Haynes and their children, Kenyah, Sa’Ryah, Zora and son to be named. Kenny also leaves behind 5 great grandchildren, several cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.