Ronald Haynes
Longtime Elizabeth resident Ronald Lee Haynes died Sept. 8 at
his home.
Born Dec. 29, 1934, in Holyoke, he was the son of Clyde and Mary
(Noren) Haynes. He earned an associate’s degree in business from
Northeastern Junior College in Sterling and a bachelor’s degree in
business from Western State University in Gunnison.
He was active in sports while he attended college and received a
scholarship to play catcher for the baseball team at Western State.
He played basketball and baseball at Northeastern Junior College
and Western State University.
He and Sylvia Ann Smith were married June 26, 1955.
He owned a woodworking business, where he was able to use his
expert craftsmanship and entrepreneurial skills. Ranching also was
a big part of Mr. Haynes’ life, and he was involved in real
estate.
As a visionary, Mr. Haynes wanted to turn his ranch into a golf
course. Spring Valley Golf Course in Elizabeth exists today because
of his love from golf, hard work and determination.
Throughout his life he enjoyed participating and watching a
variety of sporting events. He was a problem-solver and analytical
thinker, and during his free time he enjoyed putting together
jigsaw puzzles.
He will be remembered for his optimistic spirit, infections
laughter and cheerful smile.
He was preceded in death by brothers Carol Haynes, Wilmer Haynes
and Harold “Shorty” Haynes and sister Vivian Howland.
Mr. Haynes is survived by his wife; sons Tim Haynes and his
wife, Rhonda, and Brian Haynes and his wife, Brenda; daughter
Christine Tanzola and her husband, Kevin; grandchildren Michael,
Melinda Frame and her husband, Chris, Ashley, Abby and Caleb; three
great-grandchildren; sisters Ruby Roberts, Helen Einspahr,
Charlotte Pate and Marilyn Kirkwood; and brothers Delbert Haynes,
Gerald “Lefty” Haynes, Larry Haynes and Garry Haynes.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer
Society, 2255 S. Oneida St., Denver, CO 80224 or Porter Hospice
Foundation, 333 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 620, Englewood, CO
80110.
Parker Funeral Home made arrangements.