Born: Tuesday Oct-31-1944
Died: Sunday Feb-16-2020
Funeral: To Be Announced

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Commander James William "Bill " Haines (1944-2020)

It is with deep sadness that Doris and Brandi said goodbye to their beloved husband and father on February 16th, 2020.
Bill was born in Albany, California on October 31st, 1944 to Cloyce and Fanne (Rardin) Haines. Bill moved with his parents to Brainerd, Minnesota shortly after his father returned from serving in the United States Navy, during WWII. They then moved to Toole, Utah and onward to Albion, Idaho where both his parents taught school. Bill moved to Oakley, Idaho in the 7th grade where his father accepted a position as high school Principal of Oakley High School and his mother taught English. In the quiet valley of Oakley, Idaho, Bill made many wonderful memories and wonderful friends, including his lifelong buddy, Gary Lloyd, who remained steadfast by his side until the end.
Bill graduated as ValedictorianMerit Scholar and Senior Class president from Oakley High School in May of 1962. He attended the University of Utah where he was pursuing a Biology Degree and played trumpet in the University band. After 3 and ½ years at college, Bill enlisted in The United States Navy and served onboard the USS Iwo Jima, as a hospital corpsman/pharmacy technician. On the ship, Bill ran the pharmacy and processed the deceased and took care of the wounded boys from the Vietnam War. Bill proudly served three tours during the duration of the Vietnam War.
In 1968 while "ported" in San Diego, Bill was introduced to the love of his life, Doris, by his Aunt Connie Haines. After their engagement, Doris patiently waited in San Diego for Bill to come home from the War. Upon returning, Bill and Doris were married November 5th, 1969 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bill finished his Biology Degree at Idaho State University and soon after, moved to Meridian, Idaho with Doris, where he taught BiologyEcology at Kuna High School.
Bill was a military man through and through and in September 1973, re-enlisted in the United States Navy, this time completing Officer Training School at Pensacola, Florida. He proudly earned his "wings" becoming a Naval Flight Officer/Radar Intercept Officer flying onboard an E2-C "Charlie". Bill loved his career in the United States Navy. It took this small town, Idaho boy all over the world, to each and every continent. He was stationed in Florida, Georgia, Japan, San Diego, Virginia and also served a distinguished assignment at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. As an officer, Bill served onboard the USS Midway, USS Ranger, USS Kittyhawk and USS Kennedy and spoke several languages. Everyone who knew Bill, knew he deeply loved the United States of America and served his country with honor and distinction.
While on assignment in England, Bill was in a tragic accident that left him disabled and unable to return to active duty service. Upon retiring from the United States Navy, Doris moved Bill back to Oakley, Idaho in 1988 and remained by his side, caring for him faithfully, day in and day out. Their love was truly a love for all time, a testament to "in sickness and in health" and they remained inseparable.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Cloyce and Fanne (Rardin) Haines, his brother Gary Alan Haines and his brother David Jon Haines. He leaves behind and will always be loved by Kevin and Susie Haines of Phoenix, Arizona, Dana and Mike Tanner of Layton, Utah and Diane and John Remington of Dayton, Nevada. His wife Doris and his daughter Brandi, treasured his time on Earth and were with him until his father Cloyce called him home. Bill was a very honest and direct man, and per his request there will be no formal burial service. Doris and Brandi

Condolences for Bill Haynes

From: Nichole Ambegia
I don't know what day to be heartfelt. But know I love you all and pray you find peace. Hugs and kisses from a far.

From: Kathy Josephson
My deepest sympathies brandi. i know how difficult it was when kari's dad died last year. there isn't another relationship quite like father and daughter. may your memories of your dad sustain you during this difficult time.

From: Robert G. Fehlman
Doris, OUR SINCEREST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF bILL. yOU ARE A SAINT FOR THE MANY YEARS OF SERVICE YOU GAVE HIM. aGAIN, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HOPEFULLY WE WILL BE BACK IN OAKLEY FOR THE GRAVESIDE SERVICES. bOB AND dEaNN fEHLMAN

From: Diane Bell
So very sorry for your loss, Doris you haved earned your angEl wings right beside your love. You are both truely remarkable. I will pray fir yiu and your family to be at peace.

From: Lonnie and gay downs
We have woNderful memories of our friend Bill. He was truly an inSpiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Our prayers are with you, doris and all of your family.

From: Karen Dilworth
it's been many years since i've cared for bill when he was hospitalized but i still remember him well. i remember his positive attitude, even when he hit a rough patch in life. i remember his steadfast wife, always caring for him and about him. the best memory, the love shared between bill and doris. god bless you and be with you always.