Richard Jaynes

(From Parker Mortuary)

Richard Jaynes, 77, passed away August 30, 2023, in the comfort of his home following a short illness.

Born to Eugene Jaynes and Jane Pierce on May, 28, 1946 in Joplin, Missouri. As a young man, Richard accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and was a member of Connor Baptist Church. 

In July of 1990, he began dating Debbie Fare. They married April 7, 2001 at Eureka Springs, Arkansas. He graduated from Joplin High School in 1964 and went on to MSSC, graduating in the first Bachelor degree class of the college. 

Richard owned and operated Benchmark Appraisal until time of his death. In earlier years, he operated his family business, Dairy Jane. Hobbies include: working, going to the casino, watching Cardinals baseball, and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. He enjoyed many wonderful years attending baseball lessons and games of grandson Blake. As well as Blake’s karate lessons at Goo’s Dojo where Richard was awarded Honorary Black Belt.

Richard would tell you that his greatest accomplishment in life was becoming a “Papa.” First to Baby Blake in 2000, then Kyler and Kinlee in 2006. He will be remembered for his top of the head kisses for his girls and fist pumps for his boys. He always made sure the grandchildren had a “little walk around money.”

Survivors include his wife, Debbie; sister, Carole (Ralph) Waggoner; daughters, Chrisanna Jaynes (Shaun Brunner) and Tiffanie (Travis) Holman; grandchildren, Blake Brunner, Kyler and Kinlee Holman; nieces, Christy Waggoner, Kelly Weaver, Amanda Skelton; nephew, Dustin Sisney; daughter-in-law, Darla Jaynes; bonus family, Ron and Glenda Phillips; as well as many extended friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marilyn Jaynes; son, Jeff Jaynes; and sister-in-law, Diane Fare.

No services will be held per Richard’s request. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Richard’s name.

Go rest high on that mountain, Richard. You are forever loved and missed.