Robert Michael Haynes

ROBERT “BOB” HAYNES December 17, 1953 - March 30, 2022 Bob was raised in Poulsbo along the Hood Canal Waterfront,where he enjoyed fishing, diving, waterskiing, and spending time with friends and family. He graduated from North Kitsap High school in 1972, and married his high school sweetheart, Jessica, shortly afterwards. In 1973 Bob and Jessica moved to Port Townsend. Bob joined the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department at age 20 and fulfilled his childhood dream. He spent 26 years with the Sheriff’s Office and was instrumental in creating the Reserve Deputy program, the Marine program and Search and Rescue dive team. In retirement Bob enjoyed gardening, grilling, bird watching,carpentry, crabbing, fishing, traveling, attending baseball games,family gatherings, restoring classic cars, and cruising to rock music. He was outgoing and friendly, a natural leader known for his wit and for speaking his mind. Bob loved his family and friends but was particularly proud of his 5 grand children and 1 great granddaughter. Bob will be greatly missed by many. Bob was preceded in death by his father Fredrick, his mother Evelena and his brother Fred. Bob is survived by his daughters; Melissa (Andy) Pernsteiner, Jenny Haynes, and Emily Haynes-Moore. Grand children; Kyle Pernsteiner, Jillian Pernsteiner, Wyatt Moore, Levi Moore and Addie Haynes. Great granddaughter; Elaine Pernsteiner. Siblings; Marilyn (Don) Turowski, Tom Haynes, Nancy (Bob) Bale, and Teresa Smith. A celebration of life is being held at the Port Townsend Elks Lodge on May 1st at 2pm. Please bring your favorite dish for potluck, along with a story about Bob to share. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.