Harry E. Haynes Jr.

COLEBROOK – Harry E. Haynes, Jr., “Poacher”, 67, of Colebrook, died at his home on Thursday, June 18, 2026, with his family at his side after a long period of ill health. He was born in W. Stewartstown on May 9, 1959, a son to the late Harry E. and Marie-Cecile (Marois) Haynes, Sr. Harry was a graduate of Colebrook Academy in 1977. A proud logging man through and through, “The Bull of the Woods,” could spend all day chopping wood. Over a few cold ones that night, he would tell you how many hitches he pulled to the yard and how no one else could have done it nearly as well. During wreath season, he was the King of Brush Kings and no one could keep up--“Harry Fast Pack” as he would call himself. Hunting was his all-time passion. “Poacher” was a lifelong hunter whose favorite pastime was chasing partridge on any back road remotely passable. He spent countless miles driving in the woods, usually returning with a bird or two, and a story that somehow got bigger every time it was told. He knew every back road, where all the big bucks were, and every excuse for why the big one got away. He was proud to say he never gave the game wardens a dull day at work. Giving people a hard time wasn’t just a hobby, it was a calling; he considered sarcasm a love language. No one was safe from his jokes, tall tales, or relentless instigating. Friends, family, hunting buddies, or complete strangers--anyone was fair game. You could always count on him driving on your lawn and beeping the horn until you came out, just to irritate you and then drive off laughing. Poacher leaves behind a legacy; he took great pride in providing for family, friends, and neighbors, helping put food on countless tables throughout the years. He was always willing to take the younger generation under his wing, teaching them the ropes, and sharing the knowledge of the woods. Though he loved giving everyone a hard time, those who knew him best understood beneath it all was a heart of gold and a deep love for the people in his life. We will miss his laugh, his stubbornness, his stories, and the way he made life a little more interesting for everyone who knew him. As we say goodbye, we find comfort knowing that somewhere beyond the clouds, there’s a game of pitch, partridge on every stonewall, a beautiful 12-point buck, a perfectly running chainsaw, and a skidder loaded with the biggest load of logs heaven has ever seen. Harry is survived by his wife of 42 years, Teri Ladd-Haynes of Colebrook; two daughters, Kara Sue Byrnes (Chris) of Colebrook, and Samantha Inkel (Paul) of Canaan; five grandchildren: Brezlyn Inkel, Madden Inkel, Hadley Inkel, Raedan Byrnes, and Oakley Byrnes; his siblings, Ralph Haynes, Fred (Jeri) Haynes, Evelyn ‘Sissy’ (James) Haynes-Kenney; his aunt, Evelyn (Marois) Gionet; his uncle, Theodore Marois; his step-mother, Laverna Cass, and her children, Jane McCoy and Alan Cass; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is predeceased by a sister, Eva ‘Susie’ Haynes; a brother, Charles ‘Chaunce’ Haynes; an infant granddaughter Joclynn; and numerous other aunts, uncles, and extended family. Memorial calling hours will be on Saturday morning, July 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to Noon at the Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook. A graveside memorial service will immediately follow in the the Colebrook Village Cemetery, with a reception to follow at the American Legion in Canaan. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Harry may be made to the N.H. Fish & Game Dept., Hunter Safety Education program, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301; or online at www.wildlife.nh.gov. Condolences may be offered to the family on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook. “JESUS LOVES YOU.”

Harry E. Haynes Jr.

May 9, 1959 - June 18, 2026