John F. Hayes John F. Hayes died at home on July 21, 2013, in State College. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Born in Philadelphia, son of Leo V. Hayes and Kathryn (Ryan) Hayes. He was a graduate of Brockway High School and Penn State University. He served in the Navy from 1955-1967. In 1966, he married Barbara "Bobbie" Dunn. Together they raised three children, Michelle Aber and her husband, Jeffrey, of Bear, Del., John D. Hayes and his wife, Catherine, of Washington D.C., and Daniel Hayes and his wife, Birgitta, of Baton Rouge, La. He took great joy in his four grandchildren, Rachel and Rebecca Aber and Jamie and Peter Hayes. John is survived by one brother, Leo V. (Cappy) Hayes and his wife, Gingie. He was president of Delaware Custom Material. Hunting, sailing, fly-fishing and reading were his favorite pastimes. Friends will be received from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, August 17, 2013, at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton St., State College. Memorial contributions may be made to the Catherine Hayes Nelson Trust Scholarship, c/o Clyde, Ferrard & Co. LLP, 75 Larson Dr., DuBois, PA 15801. Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com.
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John came over one morning for a cup of coffee and offered to take our beagle, Sandy, for rabbit training. He insisted that being a proper beagle, Sandy would circle till he caught the scent. Guess Sandy wasn't in the mood or something. He took off like a shot right back to our front door. Miss you, John.
Lana Tober
July 18, 2022
We send our heartfelt condolences and hope you all keep in mind (and remember) all of the good times. We will miss John's New Years Eve calls. Love and warm wishes to Bobbi, Mickey, JD and Daniel!
Bob and Lana Tober
Bob and Lana Tober
March 14, 2014
You have my prayers and thoughts this day. I remember meeting John Hayes at the wedding of JD to Catherine which I attending with Dave Matchick. He was so proud and happy among his friends and family. A great and unique sense of humor is gone with John. Kathleen C. Feeney, Esq.
Kathleen Feeney
August 16, 2013
Thank you "buddy" for all your phone calls when I needed a laugh and consoling-----Miss you. The best to your family. Your friend always, Peggy Hayes
peggy hayes
August 12, 2013
Bobbie and family,
You have my most sincere sympathy. John was a good friend and classmate and his presence will be missed at our class reunions.
Janet L. Mehall
July 30, 2013
Rememering John & my brother Paul,Rick,Joe,Dick,Tom when they were in school,come to our house on main street,back in the fiftys,would come & play games. IN the past he would come to Brockway & visit my dad & mom,talk & drink coffee. We always enjoyed and loved John when he come to visit. Remember you always John.
Frank Rittenhouse
July 27, 2013
John was a very kindhearted and smart man. I really enjoyed working for him many years ago. I remember how his face would light up with a big smile when Bobbie or one of the kids would stop by the DCM office. He was so proud of you all.
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Deb and Rod Warnick
July 27, 2013
I am so sorry to lose such a long time friend and classmate. My sympathy to you, Bobbie, and all your family.
Carolyn Ross
July 26, 2013
Thank you for your service to our country!
July 26, 2013
My sympathies to the Hayes family.
Lew Rodrick
July 25, 2013
John was a good guy.
I'm going to miss him.
Del Vroman-Mechanicsburg, PA.
July 25, 2013
We are deeply saddened over john' s passing away. We will sorely miss his smile, his jokes, and company. Over the years we enjoyed monthly gourmet dinners , sharing stories about children and grandchildren.
We miss you
Love
Sabih and Guler
Sabih and Guler Hayek
July 25, 2013
A great classmate, teammate, campmate, and sportsman has moved onward and upwards.
Joe Gaetino
July 25, 2013
To my old friend and school mate, we had a great life growing up and many wonderful times at Medix. You have gone to a better place but your memories will live on. Thanks for the memories.
Paul Rittenhouse, Sr.
July 25, 2013
I love this picture of Dad!
Micki Aber
July 25, 2013
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