SHELBY- Brenda Ann McSwain Haynes, passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2025,
at the age of 80. She was born in Cleveland County, North Carolina on July 25, 1944. She
was the beloved daughter of the late Roy Flay McSwain and Beatrice Lowery McSwain.
Brenda graduated from Number Three High School and then attended Shelby Business
College to obtain her two year degree. Brenda worked at the Ora Mill in the cloth room for
many years until its closing. She then began work at Alpha Mailing Services in Shelby until her
retirement. After her retirement she enjoyed traveling with her loving husband, Jimmy Haynes.
Her most joyful times were spent exploring the beaches and mountains. Pigeon Forge and
Sieverville, especially Dollywood, were several of their favorite places.
Her garden was always in bloom, a testament to her love for flowers. Brenda cherished the
simple joys in life, such as lunches with her high school friends, dinner around the or four with
her close friends, and going to hear music at the Don Gibson. She was also a devoted teacher
to her little buddy Logan, whom she lovingly considered her grandson. Together, they shared
countless hours sitting on the dock fishing. Brenda had the special touch to bait his hook and
remove his fish, much to Logan's delight.
A lifelong member of Calvary Baptist Church, Brenda's faith was her guiding light and a source
of comfort throughout her life.
Brenda was preceded in death by her first husband, Sam Neely Bailes; her son, Todd Neely
Bailes; and her dear husband of 36 years, Jimmy Haynes. She is survived by her daughter,
Kim Bailes; her sister, Karen Lattimore and husband Frank; nephews, Joshua Dimsdale and
Jason Dimsdale and wife Deedra; sisters-in-law, Mary Murray of Georgia and Jane Ricker and
husband James of Marion; and brother-in-law, Bobby Haynes of Marion.
A memorial service to honor Brenda's life will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM at
Clay-Barnette Funeral Home, officiated by Anita Ware. A private burial will follow at a later date
for the family.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Hospice and all caregivers for the
compassionate care provided to Brenda. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
Cleveland County Hospice in her name or a charity of the donor's choice.
Funeral services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center.
www.claybarnette.com