RIP Walter Haynes

Post by **Dave Mudgett** » 1 Jan 2009 6:02 pm

Wow, another of the pioneers gone. That is indeed a rough way to start a new year. My prayers and condolences go out to his family.

Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 1 Jan 2009 6:08 pm

This is so sad to hear about Walter Hanyes, our prayers are with his family, RIP Walter.
Bill

Craig A Davidson · Post by **Craig A Davidson** » 1 Jan 2009 7:14 pm

So sad to hear. Walter was indeed a legend in the country music field. He was not only a great musician but also a great producer.

Jim Ragan · Post by **Jim Ragan** » 1 Jan 2009 9:34 pm

Walter and Cindy retired here in E Texas.
He enjoyed fishing with Connie Vaughn in Bullard Tx.\
He was a regular player at the ETSGA an a friend to all of us there who met him. He was one of the best people that you would ever want to meet.
He charmed us all with his music and personallity.
God love him.

John P. Phillips · Post by **John P. Phillips** » 1 Jan 2009 9:53 pm

I'm absolutely heartbroken to hear this.
I've only known Walter a few months from the chatroom
but he has become an inspiration to us all.
Prayers and condolences to the family.

Jim Walker · Post by **Jim Walker** » 2 Jan 2009 1:43 am

I really enjoyed the many conversations I shared with Walter. All my prayers to Cindy and their family.

JW

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 2 Jan 2009 1:56 am

it's saddenning to know of Walter's passing
my sincere condolences to his family
Rest In Peace Walter

Jeff Agnew · Post by **Jeff Agnew** » 2 Jan 2009 4:04 am

I only met Walter this past year at one of the ETSGA meetings but I'll always treasure his kind comments and conversation. Our prayers are with Cindy and the entire family in this difficult time. Such a huge loss for them and for our small community.

JERRY THURMOND · Post by **JERRY THURMOND** » 2 Jan 2009 5:50 am

He was such a big part of the early Nashville sound, I got to meet him a few times he could tell some good stories. He will be missed.

Jerry

W. J. Copeland · Post by **W. J. Copeland** » 2 Jan 2009 9:20 am

From the East Texas Steel Guitar Association, of which Walter was a memeber, we feel a great loss. Our condolences to Cindy and family. Walter was able to play for us twice in 2008. Not only was he a great musician, but one of the nicest individuals I have ever met. We visited Walter and Cindy in their home in Bullard, and were treated like royalty. What great people, and a huge loss to the Steel Guitar world. Cindy, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bill Bailey · Post by **Bill Bailey** » 2 Jan 2009 11:08 am

I am so sorry to hear we have lost another pioneer of steel. My condolences to his wife Cindy and family.

GaryHoetker · Post by **GaryHoetker** » 2 Jan 2009 11:38 am

My sincere condolences to the Haynes Family and their friends. He is gone but not forgotten.

Ken Newman · Post by **Ken Newman** » 2 Jan 2009 1:05 pm

even as a kid you could sense the quiet urgency for this tune to come off as musically sound as possible, entertaining, educational, walter will show you the chords, played for all the peoples in the main sleepy hollow dressing room. thank you walter. you will always be a favorite. R I P ,,,,,,,,,,,kenny

Jerry Van Hoose · Post by **Jerry Van Hoose** » 2 Jan 2009 1:46 pm

I'm deeply saddened by the news of Walter's passing. I also consider Walter a "mentor", having first met him in 1975. His kindness and consideration will never be forgotten. Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences.

Danny Newman · Post by **Danny Newman** » 2 Jan 2009 1:50 pm

Another hero gone. Sad news indeed. My condolances to the family. RIP Walter Haynes.

Danny Newman
Sleepy Hollow Ranch
Pennsylvania

Scott Nelson · Post by **Scott Nelson** » 2 Jan 2009 2:40 pm

To everyone on this forum, my mom and I would like to thank you so much for thoughts and prayers!!Walt is currently at the Stewart family funeral home in Tyler and we are having the funeral for him at the Tyler Metro Church at 3 O'clock on Sunday.
May God bless you all!!!!

Scott "Tiger" Nelson

They will be posting info on Walt at www.stewartfamilyfuneral.com

Carl Williams · Post by **Carl Williams** » 2 Jan 2009 5:10 pm

I just signed on this evening and saw this sad post...My heart is heavy. I had just sent Walter one of my wrenches and he was gracious in accepting the gift. He even sent me his home ph# to call him. May God rest his soul and my prayers go out to the Haynes Family. I just lost my Dad December 19th and this is another Great we've lost. Carl

Scott Nelson · Post by **Scott Nelson** » 2 Jan 2009 8:01 pm

Carl, I was just sitting at his steel today and saw that wrench laying on top. I know he really enjoyed getting that from you!!!I'm also sad to here about your loss. Man, I didn't see this one coming!

Walter Stettner · Post by **Walter Stettner** » 3 Jan 2009 12:19 am

Two photos from 2003, when Walter was inducted in the SGHOF...

Kind Regards, Walter

Carl Lambert · Post by **Carl Lambert** » 3 Jan 2009 7:47 am

I never had the opportunity to meet Mr. Haynes but from what I read, he was very influentual to the steel guitar and it's popularity. The Tennessean published a good article about him today and here is the link. He will be missed.

http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090 ... ERTAINMENT

Stuart Basore · Post by **Stuart Basore** » 3 Jan 2009 7:51 am

So sorry to hear of Walter's passing. Best wishes to the Haynes family.

Rick Sharp · Post by **Rick Sharp** » 3 Jan 2009 9:23 am

Walt and I spent a lot of time on stage and in the studio in East Texas and East Tennessee. He certainly did love these Smoky Mountains where he was born. He was a great friend to me and will be greatly missed!

Here are some clips of his great playing.

http://www.ricksharpcountry.com/wma/waltclip.wma

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Rick Sharp · Post by **Rick Sharp** » 3 Jan 2009 9:30 am

BTW if you listen to the clips Walt did steel, fiddle and electic six string...

Doc Hope · Post by **Doc Hope** » 3 Jan 2009 7:05 pm

To the family of Walter Haynes.
We are sorry to learn of Walter's passing.The last time I talked to Walter was at the theatre he was playing at in Pigeon Forge.He was a good man a great man and a great musician.He will be greatly missed.Please accept our sincere condolences.
Doc & Mary Hope

Tommy Shown · Post by **Tommy Shown** » 3 Jan 2009 11:17 pm

Walter will be truly missed, I never knew him like many of you. Our paths never crossed, I only knew as a producer that produced Jeanie Pruett and Cal Smith. A great man that will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out his family.

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