Sherry Faye Pfafflin Haynes

She was born on February 27, 1946, in Newburgh, IN, to the late Gerald Pfafflin and Marjorie Hahn McCarty.

Sherry is survived by her loving children, Laura Chaney (spouse, Aaron Chaney) and Eric Poer (spouse, Jennifer Poer); her cherished grandchildren, Christian Chaney, Hunter Chaney, Aidan Poer, Miles Poer, and Parker Poer; and her eldest brother, Ronald Pfafflin. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Max Haynes, her sister Linda Sawyers, and her parents. She was also preceded in death by her loving stepparents, Bobbie Pfafflin and Leroy “Mac” McCarty. She is also survived by her brother-in-law and very close friend, Bill Sawyers, and her stepchildren, Jenny Spangler, Carrie Haynes, and Todd Roop. She is also survived by her little dog, Percy, whom she adored.

A proud graduate of Castle High School, after high school, Sherry attended Indiana University in Bloomington, IN where she earned a BS in Business and enjoyed a long and successful career in banking, retiring in 2008 having advanced from the teller line, to branch manager, to commercial lending, and ultimately to Bank President. While her career was a source of pride, Sherry also fondly remembered her roots in the family’s iconic 1950’s drive-in restaurant, Moon River, in Newburgh, IN, where she worked and served hand-dipped milkshakes and Greek burgers. She also enjoyed the summers of her youth at her family’s Pfafflin Lake.

Sherry's greatest passions were her beloved pets and family. She enjoyed reading, staying informed on politics and current events, and Hallmark movies. She loved sharing lunch and playing cards with her good friend, Shirley Chaney. Every evening, she ended her day with fervent prayers for her family to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Sherry was a fiercely independent and patriotic American. She loved her country deeply. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). She enjoyed trips to the beach and traveling to Branson, MO to listen to her favorite country music performers. She found relaxation on her screened porch, enjoying nature, watching her dog chase squirrels, radio programs, and music. She also enjoyed long phone calls with family and FaceTime sessions with her youngest grandchildren in Nevada. Sherry delighted in creating her famous Christmas cookie care packages for her friends and family.

A memorial service will be held at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Knightdale, NC, in May (date to be announced). Services will be held both in person and virtually.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Sherry’s memory to iChoose Pregnancy Support Services (for Restoration Ministry) (540 Veteran’s Parkway, Clayton, NC 27520) or Johnston County Animal Services (for Adoption Fees) (115 Shelter Way, Smithfield, NC 27577).