Thomas Keiter Haines, age 69, of Middletown, and longtime resident of Xenia, passed away early Tuesday morning July 12, 2022 from injuries related to a motorcycle accident hours prior.

Thom was born December 10, 1952 in Xenia, the son of Joy A. (Thomas) and the late Joseph E. Haines. In addition to his father, Thom was preceded in death by his brother-in-law: Mike O'Rourke and sister-in-law: Sandra Dihrkop.

In addition to his mother, Thom is survived by his loving wife, Sharon K. (Jennings) Haines, whom he married April 8, 1994. He was an adoring father to two daughters: Amber Haines of VA and Carla Cox of Carlisle; whom he loved to "raz" with his nicknames: Snicklefritz and Baby Girl. Thom is also survived by Carla's husband: Wesley Cox, aka Buttercup; his siblings; Barbara O' Rourke; Thaddeus (Pat) Haines and Jody (Jackie) Haines; numerous nieces and nephews, and his loving companion: Macy. Thom was recently blessed with his first grandson, Keiter Weston Cox, who he loved with all his heart.

He had retired from Cargill and from Procter and Gamble. He graduated from Xenia High School, Class of 1971 and proudly served in the US Navy. He was a loving and giving man, who enjoyed making people smile. Thom was a motorcycle enthusiast, and enjoyed riding. He loved his family and taking hunting trips to Wisconsin with his friends.

Services will be held 12 Noon Thursday, July 21st  at Christ's Church, 3370 Upper Bellbrook Road, Bellbrook, Ohio with Pastor Paul Santoro officiating. Visitation will be held 10:30 AM Thursday until the time of service at the church. He will be interred at Silvercreek Cemetery, Jamestown.