Marcia Jean Haynes

Marcia Jean Haynes, 62, a resident of Bettendorf, Iowa passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, January 11, 2025, after a brief illness.

A service to celebrate her life will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Hope Church, 5019 Hopewell Ave. in Bettendorf where she was a devoted member. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church. She will be laid to rest on Tuesday, January 21st following a family committal service at the Rock Island National Cemetery. McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home of Bettendorf is assisting the family with arrangements.

Marcia was born in Marion, Iowa on January 10, 1963, the beloved daughter of Richard and Sally (Don Carlos) Elliott. She was a 1981 graduate of Bettendorf High School where she was active in the band and the show choir. She continued her education at the University of Iowa where she graduated in 1985 earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in education.

On May 18, 1985, Marcia was united in marriage to Jeffery K. Haynes in Bettendorf. While Jeff was stationed in Germany with the U.S. Army, Marcia taught elementary school there and continued to teach part-time and tutor after they returned to the United States.

Marcia was a devoted Christian who cherished her faith deeply. She loved her Hope Church family and dedicated herself to serving with the kids’ ministries, as well as playing the piano, singing and participating in many other church activities. Her kindness and commitment touched the lives of many.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Jeff; her sons, Sean Elliott (Makayla) Haynes and Jason Kent Haynes, all of Bettendorf; her grandchildren, Isabell and Ethan; her parents, Richard and Sally Elliott of Bettendorf; her sister, Kathy (Alan) Posey of Bettendorf; along with many special and beloved friends.

Condolences may be expressed to the family by viewing her obituary at www.McGinnis-Chambers.com