Verna Haynes Obituary
We announce the death of Verna Haynes (Cahokia, Illinois), born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who passed away on July 15, 2026, at the age of 68. Verna will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Matthew Haynes and Goldia Geraldine Haynes; her siblings, Arlene Haynes, Vivian Haynes, John Haynes II, Betty Haynes, Willie Haynes Sr., Ira Sylvester Haynes and Charles Haynes Sr.; and her son Geoffrey L. Smith.
She is survived by: her children, Lawrence E. Haynes and Brittani R. Haynes; and her siblings, Macon C. Haynes, Rosie L. M. Haynes and James G. E. Haynes Sr.. She is also survived by godchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
