Merlene Haynes

Merlene Haynes, age 93, of Social Circle, formerly of Rocky Mount, GA, passed away February 27, 2019. Mrs. Haynes was a faithful Christian and supportive member of Centennial Baptist Church, in Rutledge. She worked at Source of Light International Ministries, in Rutledge, for many years. Mrs. Haynes' compassionate nature and desire to serve others led her to Riverside Health Care Center where she volunteered with the residents. Mrs. Haynes loved to be out in nature, and her favorite activity was gardening - whether tending to her flowers or growing vegetables. She will long be remembered for her role as a caring mother and loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Haynes was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Haynes; parents, James Bartow and Elso (Norris) Rowe.

Mrs. Haynes is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Charles (Chuck) Brasher of Covington; sister, Emily Rosser of Moreland, GA; Fred Rowe of AL; grandchildren, David Massey, Shane Massey, Chris Massey, Daniel Massey, C.J. Brasher, Leah Anderson; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Haynes will be held Sunday, March 3, 2019, 2:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Scott Chewning officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park, in Covington. Friends may visit with her family at the funeral home, prior to the service, from 12:30 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Flowers are acceptable, or memorial donations may be made to: Source of Light International Ministries, 1011 Mission Road, Madison, GA 30650.

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Visitation

MAR 3. 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM (EST)

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA, 30014

Funeral Service

MAR 3. 2:00 PM (EST)

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA, 30014