Lambert P. Haynes

Born to parents Florence Morgan and Albert Haynes, Lambert Persival Haynes, lovingly referred to as Frenchie, greeted Clarendon, Jamaica on the thirteenth day of January, nineteen hundred and thirty seven. Raised with three brothers and two sisters, he learned the trades of a Cobbler and Carpenter. His favored childhood memories were of walking to meet his cousin, Lloyd Grant, known to most as Hicks, in the country. They would then walk to each other’s homes to spend weekends. They were seven years old, and began a lifelong journey of friendship that was closer than mere cousins.Frenchie grew up to be a vigorous young man who loved life and lived it to the fullest. He played guitar and banjo. Played in a band, and even spent time with the great Bob Marley. He was athletic in his youth. He was a notoriously strong swimmer and enjoyed watching soccer games, cricket matches, and baseball. Further, he loved to play Dominoes and Checkers. These became staples in his life. He played Dominoes almost every Saturday night, rain or shine. And he played with a vengeance. He passed on these loves, along with his passion for life, to his children and grandchildren.Lambert Haynes entered the United States of America late summer, 1971. Bringing with him three children-Howard Lloyd (Clive), Joan Elaine (Paula), and Nadiene Elizabeth (Nadiene), and his master carpentry skills. Together with his wife, Joyce Elaine (Tillin), who had entered the country earlier, three more children were added to their family: twins-Christine May (Donna) and Charmaine Ray (Michelle) and, the baby of the family, Latacha Olivia (Cherrie).Lambert Haynes and his son formed Haynes Contracting company and Later L & L Contracting. He was a vital contributor to buildings constructed throughout Baltimore City, Washington, D.C., and parts of New Jersey. However, he would most proudly speak of the last buildings he helped build in Jamaica, before leaving the island. Joyce and Lambert traveled a twenty-one year marriage journey together. While they chose to depart their marriage, they did not leave their friendship behind. Lambert and Joyce Haynes continued their close friendship, never living too far apart, until his quiet departure from this life on the evening of May 13, 2003.Together Lambert and Joyce Haynes guided their children through school. Each of their daughters have a career in medicine. Nadiene and Paula are Physicians. Donna works with a local Cardiologist. Michelle works with the Baltimore City Health department and Cherrie is now completing Nursing School. Clive proudly continues the tradition of his father as a contractor. He was our compass. Never telling us which way to go, but always helping us find our direction. He was our beacon. Never pulling us back but always showing us the way home. He was a gentle spirit with sparks of fire when needed. He used his magnificent sense of humor to teach us and make us smile. There was always a funny story, regardless of the circumstances.He not only built buildings, he built friendships. He built bridges of unconditional love with his family and friends. He showed us how to live life without fear of failure. Gifting us with the-ability to forgive ourselves for our mistakes, and the ability to forgive others. He is forever with us. Our compass. Our Beacon. Lovingly,Joan Elaine Haynes-Lee, M.D.Beloved Daughter-Paula

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Lambert P. Haynes

January 13, 1937 - May 13, 2003