He was born Nov. 5, 1937, to Frank and Margaret Haney. He Served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. While married to Barbara Fagan Haney in Acworth, they raised five children. He enjoyed woodworking, camping and fishing. He was born and raised in Cartersville and lived his entire life in the area.
Preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Wrenae Haney and Milton Haney; wife, Barbara Fagan Haney; daughters, Theresa Haney and Donna Sue Miller; grandchild, Trenton Smith.
Survived by wife, Helen Haney; children, Barry Smith, Gene Smith, Jerry Haney, Tamara Campbell; grandchildren, Leonda Kennedy, Shana Watson, Brandi Smith, Tyler Smith, Riley Smith, Trevor Smith, Reece Smith, Clint Haney, Amanda Haney, Sadie, Allie, Buddy; and faithful dog, Rudy; nine great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
We will be celebrating his life Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Chapel at Excel Christian Academy, 325 Old Mill Road, Cartersville, GA 30120. Viewing will be Wednesday in the chapel from 6 to 8 p.m.
Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation Society and Memorial Centers in Marietta, 770-420-5557.