James "Jim" Jaynes

James “Jim” Jaynes, 69 of Newland, NC, peacefully passed away on September 13, 2022 after a long battle with Vascular Dementia. He was born in Elizabethton, TN to the late James Alvin and Katrina Carrico Jaynes on December 7, 1952. He was preceded in death by his sister Mary Ann and Joyce. Jim leaves to cherish his memory a wife of 51 years, Carolyn Harmon Jaynes, two sons Danny Jaynes (wife Amy), Derick Jaynes (fiancé’ Tara) of Elk Park, three grandchildren Emma Dula (husband Tyler), Celia Jaynes and Brock Jaynes all of Elk Park, a brother Michael Leon Jaynes (wife Patty) of Georgia and Newland, sisters Martha Blanton (husband Chris) of Spruce Pine and Jenny Jaynes of Elizabethton. Jim had several nieces and nephews whom he loved as well, Lori, Diana, Ben, Trina, Nicole, Katie, Sydney, Keona, Rachel, James Wesley, Sara, Koty and Stone and many great nieces and nephews. Jim was a Small Engine Repair man, Farmer, Son, and Brother, Husband, Father, Uncle, Grandfather, Deacon and a good friend to many. Jim was passionate about his family foremost, his work as a small engine repair man, farming and raising cattle, and his hobby for trains. He dedicated his life to his work, his family, his church at Fellowship Presbyterian in Crossnore. Jim had a great laugh. After he graduated he had a job with Tate Goodman’s small engine repair shop as a repair man. This kick started a career in that field and he continued to work for the Johnson Family after they acquired the business until he bought the business and ran it under Avery Power and Equipment for many years. Jim loved his family, he was a dedicated father. His children went on to pursue careers in mechanics and construction. Jim was a strong good loving, and supportive father and grandfather. His knowledge and guidance was the foundation of his family. Jim was also a passionate train enthusiast. He spent many weekends of hiking to many train trestles and tunnels in the area with his family by his side. He spent most of his retirement on the farm and with his family. Visitation for Jim will be held on Thursday, September 15 from 6pm -8pm at the Fellowship Presbyterian Church. The service will be Friday, September 16, at 11am also Fellowship Presbyterian Church with graveside to follow at Elk Mountain Cemetery in Plumtree. Words of Comfort and Memories may be shared with the Jaynes family by visiting our website www.rsfh.net The care of James and his family has been entrusted to Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Newland. (828) 733-2121Read Obituary