Lynn Hayner

Lynn Hayner, 86, of Onaway, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024, at his home, with his wife and family by his side. 

Lynn was born April 5, 1938 to Russell and Olive Hayner in Johnstown, New York.

Lynn had many occupations during his life. His favorites were as a pastor and a teacher. He loved the Lord and was looking forward to Jesus’ soon return. 

He loved being a beekeeper, playing basketball, gardening, picking sweet cherries, picking wild blueberries, going for drives in the woods, having cookouts at the lake and spending time with family and friends.

Lynn is survived by his wife, Melinda; daughters, Naomi (Arthur), Jessie (Anthony) and Julie (Timothy); son-in-law, Jerry; stepsons, Andre (Danielle) and Sheldon (Shannon); 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; brothers, Russell (Debby) and Jeremy (Sandy); and sisters, Judy and Margi (Wayne).

Lynn was preceded in death by his first wife, Lucy “JoAnn”; a son, Westley “Sammy”; daughters, Deborah and Yvonne; a grandson, Arthur Jr.; a great-granddaughter, Ayana; his parents; and a sister; Elizabeth.

Visitation will be held at Chagnon Funeral Home from 4 – 7 p.m. Monday, June 24, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, at the Onaway Seventh-day Adventist Church. 

The Rev. Jim Nephew will officiate. Lynn’s final resting place will be at Hillcrest Cemetery. 

Those planning an expression of sympathy, please consider a donation in memory of Lynn to the Adventist Frontier Misson at afmonline.org.