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Lynn Haire-Strittholt posted a condolence
Saturday, January 8, 2011
My Father was a Teacher!
He taught me how to talk…and later, how to speak, eloquently, yet with authority, with determination, and with pride.
He taught me how to ride my bike, and when the fear came, how to turn it into confidence! I remember when he took me to Bell street that day, a quiet little street, a block from our home, and held onto to the handle bars for as long as it took…and I felt safe in the embrace of my daddy!
He taught me, in a most unusual way, how to make my 5's when I had trouble with them as a little girl…a story I have re-told many times, with pride…and a smile!
He taught me how to capture every moment and make it a memory with his ever present camera. Sometimes I would say "Dad, put that camera away, my hair is a mess" He would always smile that amazing smile and say "Lynnie, you're gonna love these some day"! And as always, he was right!
He taught me how to bleed the brakes on the old Chevy, how to fish, how to record on the reel to reel tape recorder, what a wrench was, and a Phillips head screwdriver…just to mention a few!
With great patience, he taught me how to drive…in that VW Bug, with a 5 speed on the floor. He said, "I might as well show you how to use the stick, because then you can drive anything"…right again dad!
He taught me my love for music, and that it is a gift from God, and that we could turn to it for almost anything in our lives!
He taught me that sometimes the world can be cruel…and he showed me how to hold my head up proudly…and walk into the face of it with confidence…and a smile!
He taught me how to let go…yet still hold on, as he did when he walked me down the aisle on my wedding day!
He taught me that it's ok to make mistakes, and that they will mold me into the person I am supposed to be. He told me they were simply life's lessons…and he taught me how to learn from them…and how to apply them to my life, and to use them to help others at just the right time!
He taught me how to trust in Jesus. And in the darkest moments of my life, he taught me how to find comfort in the One who is the Comforter. And in doing so, he taught me how to be unselfish, knowing that he could have used those moments to be my sole comforter to receive all of the glory of a father, instead, he chose to give me into the hands of "The" Father as he held me, with tears, with compassion, with love!
And one of the most important things he taught me…was to have a sense of humor! He taught me laughter and lightheartedness, something synonymous with my father, something that touched every single person he met! Something that changed many! Something that is the very fiber of my father, woven through every piece of his life, the very thing that got him through the toughest of times…and the best of times. Something he instilled in each and every one of us! The very thing that has gotten my mom, my brothers and sisters and myself through this extremely difficult week of preparing a service worthy of the Teacher that we call… husband, dad, grandfather, uncle, brother....and friend!
And on December 27, 2010, he taught me my greatest lesson…he taught me how to die…ready to meet the God of all Creation, at peace, with dignity….and with a legacy…worthy of the teacher!
Daddy Poo, you are forever my guy…and I am forever,
Your, Lynnie Poo
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Fred & Barbara Dakin posted a condolence
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Nancy & children, we were so sorry to hear of Orville's passing. We remember both of you from our Fenwick days,class of "57. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May God bless you & be with you at this time. Fred & Barbara [Wagner] Dakin
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Paula Reynolds posted a condolence
Monday, January 3, 2011
Please accept my condolence to the family. He is gone but never forgotten. He lives on through each and every one of you. May God be with you now, in your time of need, and give you peace and strength to see you through each day. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Paula, Brandon, and Jarrica Reynolds
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Vikki Rice posted a condolence
Sunday, January 2, 2011
I loved Uncle Sonny. He was always making everyone laugh. He lived with his camera around his neck and was always taking pictures of everyone. I continue to pray for Aunt Nancy and all of my cousins. May God give you all peace and may you find joy in every memory of him! Love you all
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Mark Fitzwater posted a condolence
Sunday, January 2, 2011
My deepest sympathy for your loss....a great man
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Peg Haustetter posted a condolence
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Dear All - you are in our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort during this time of grief. Sonny will truly be missed. I met Nancy & Sonny 28 years ago when I married their son, Mark. We honeymooned in Montreal, Canada at their home. I was so nervous meeting them for the first time, I hoped they would like me, afterall I just married son! But they welcomed me into their family, became my parents too. I didn't have a chance to spend much time with my own father, but Sonny showed me the love and support of a father. Sonny, I have so many favorite memories of stories you told, family get togethers and all the laughter and love in your home. You gave us the gift of laughter. You kept things positive, no matter how much money we did or didn't have, you put it all in perspective with your sense of humor. All the family gatherings were fun - birthday parties were special; Christmas eve: potato soup, singing carols until Santa came; family reunions playing cards, laughing, having a great time; the birth of each grandchild and great-grandchild was so precious to you. You showed me how to praise God no matter what the circumstances were!! Even the last time I saw you a couple of weeks ago, you were positive, laughing, telling stories and were just the same as always. You were a constant in my life. I like that. And now, you are with our Lord in Heaven, and no doubt, you are sharing your sense of humor and laughter in heaven!! Please say 'HI' to my parents for me and keep a watchful eye out on all of us, Lighthouse Louie!! Thanks for everything, I will always cherish my memories of you. I love you and plan on seeing you again one day. Your "daughter", Peg
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Linda Reid-Baldwin posted a condolence
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Mike and family. My heartfelt thoughts are with you today and in your time of loss and grief. Sonny was with me in one of the hardest times of my life and gave me the strength to keep going. When I lost my husband, Billy Reid, at a young age of 24 years Sonny was there with the spiritual strength that I needed and he did Billy's funeral. An unfamiliar job well done! I was so blessed to have such a man of God in my life at that time. I will remember and thank him always. My prayers are with you all.
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Brenda Kiskis posted a condolence
Saturday, January 1, 2011
To the Haire family, My Kiskis Family wish to send our heart felt reguards to you. We lost our father in 2008 and our Brother, Tom in 2009. May you find comfort in knowing others hold you dear in their hearts.
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DIANNA STURGEN posted a condolence
Friday, December 31, 2010
dear lynn, im very sorry 4 ur loss of ur dad. i feel like i knew him also, thru ur stories and his pics and just keep everyone updated on his status. we r so very sadened 4 ur loss..u know as well,i loss my dad when i was 24, way 2 young. im thankful i had did have 24 yrs with him though!!!. and sum good memories,,, i am going thru grief counseling as we speak over my mom... so its not been a easy journey !!!!. and she passed away in 2002,, i Think the shock has wore off. we all knew my dad & mom was dying, they knew as well. but nothing still prepares u when it finally hits u, just speaking from my personel self. hope i dont offend anyone..., but just put it all in gods hand lynn!!!!!!. pray 2 jesus, ask him 2 help u thu this terrible time. he will truly halp u, if u have faith!!!!!!!. gotta have faith, and i know u , from lil time weve known each other.u got faith!!!!!!. u r a special friend. a great woman, ur dad was very proud of u no doubt there,,i c it in the pics!!!!!!. u will b in his arms once again... i promise. just keep the faith. luv ya.ur friend Dianna.& TINA & MY KIDS HAVE U IN THEIR PRAYERS AS WELL. BRIANNA, JOSHUA, O NEIL. LUV YA..ALWAYS.
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joshua and mom posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Sonny we love you as a grandfather. we will miss you so much. You have shown us so much love and the love you had for your family and for Nancy. We could see it in all that you have done for them.We'll miss that smile you always had. Even when I hit a sorry note when I was playing music for you. Just waite untile I get to heaven we can
sing Great God ,Your Love Has Called Us Here.
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Kathy Haire posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Dad never met a stranger and everyone was his friend. He stuck by our family through thick and thin. I never heard him grumble, never heard him complain. He always, ALWAYS smiled even when in pain! Whenever I'd call and ask, "What Ya doin Dad?" He would tell me he was building a house. I only cry now Dad cause I miss you and I"m sad. So what Ya doin now Dad? I hear...I"m building a house Heaven for us all, of course! You had to go before me to prepare the way someday, so I will not say goodbye today this all is bittersweet and sad. As you always said to me this is what I say to you. "See you round like a doughnut!" I love you Dad and my heart is very sad, I will miss you with all my breath and being but comfort in knowing I will surely see you again. Save a place for me in Heaven Dad at the feast for the King as we eat once again together and praises we will sing. I love you Dad, Kathy "AKA" Trinket
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Nancy, sister Brad, nephew lit a candle
Thursday, December 30, 2010
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Thanks for the great memories when I was a boy uncle! you were the best and a real funny guy!
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Joey Haire posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
One year, when we lived in Montreal, my dad took Amie and I to the mall. When we returned home with our happy faces smiling from ear-to-ear from all the candy dad just bought us, I was greeted by another surprise, more awe inspiring than the candy even. The door was wedged open??? What in the...? I looked down, and to my amazement, there lay a square object, so familiar yet so strange, so wrapped up in loving ways, so made precious by saints in wait, that the eyes of this little one became amazed at intrigue and wonder, at thoughts of heaven under a perfect made life surrendered to place in the world a light that could save the feelings of banishment from where it came.
I knew instantly the wrapping of Santa Clause! I yelled for my dad and Amie ran to a sight our parents thought we never could view. In that moment my dad finally knew, that the visions he had were all coming true, somewhere in sincerity serenity bloomed and blossomed in Santa that night as we zoomed, Amie and I into the room where presents overflowed under Christmas anew.
My mom said she thought she heard something come through, maybe a bell rang, maybe a shoe. At that moment I knew, as did everyone too, that Santa had come to us, this much was true.
Thanks for that memory Mom and Dad :)
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Dawn Berry posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Lynn, I'm so sorry for your loss. I never got to meet your pop in person but in many ways I already knew him. Your love for your father shined thru with every word you spoke of him. Never forget that he is at peace and enjoying eternity now. You will one day throw your arms around his neck and kiss his face again, I'm sure of it. I love you my friend.
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Rebekah Haire posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Grandpa, I love you so much. I will never forget you and your funny ways. Lyrikah loved you so much! I will have to share our memories together with her. I will be here for Grandma, don't you worry! I love you!!
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Mike Morse posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Lynn, im so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Although I didn't know your Dad, I know you had a close relationship with him and that you were always giggling about something your Dad said or did. Always know that he loved you also. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you honey, Mike
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Amy Michelle Durst posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Thinking of you all in your time of mourning, losing a loved one is never an easy thing to go through. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Amy Durst,and Family
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Joy & Tony Hollon posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss, Joey. You and your family are in our thoughts. Find strength in that the reason this hurts so much, right now, is that you loved so deep. That kind of love stays with you, beyond our mortal limitations. Bright blessings and peace at this difficult time.
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Joey Haire posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2010
You were there when I took my first breath. I was there when you exhaled your last.
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Deborah Peterson posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Lynn, you and your family are in my thoughts. Take comfort in knowing that you spent a very special Christmas all together. Love you sweetie and if I can do anything for you please let me know.
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Jason and Mindy Steele posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Sonny will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Visitation
When Monday, January 3rd, 2011, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home - Florence
Address
8461 Dixie Highway
Florence, KY
41042
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Monday, January 3rd, 2011, 12:00pm
Location
Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home - Florence
Address
8461 Dixie Highway
Florence, KY
41042
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In Loving Memory
Orville Haire
1937 - 2010
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