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Ruth Loucks
January 16, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Gen. Hays' passing. I always wanted to join the Air Force which I did. I graduated from the Allentown Hospital School of Nursing in 1969. General Hays was our graduation speaker. I will never forget her. She inspired me to go forth with my dream of joining the Air Force. She was a great leader and a great woman.
Andrea Britton
January 15, 2018
Thank you for your service and standing up for women's rights. May you rest in eternal peace.
Julie Johnston
January 14, 2018
Thank you for your honorable service and paving the way for all women! You were amazing and admired by many. God bless you Anna Mae.
Joanne Hopkins
January 12, 2018
My sister has already posted of General Hays' connection to our family. I wanted to add that General Hays inspired me to join the Army Nurse Corps - she was the epitome of professionalism, dignity and kindness. The Army Nurse Corps and our nation was privileged to have her service.
Tracy Hopkins
January 11, 2018
I am so sorry to hear that Brigadier General Hays has passed. My grandfather was her high school band director at Allentown HS, and she was a baby sitter to my mother. She and my uncle went to a West Point dance, I hear. My family and I visited her at her at her Arlington condominium, awesome view of DC, several times. General Hays was such kind family friend and and humble General. I treasure our connection.
Linda Handley
January 11, 2018
Brig Gen Hays, you have paved the way for Women Veterans like me. Ive never had the pleasure of meeting Brig Gen Hays. I feel honored to be able to pay my respects tomorrow. I have spent almost 32 years in the US Navy, Im not sure that would have been possible if it werent for Women like Brig Gen Hays. I send my deepest condolences to her family. RIP Brig Gen Hays. Very Respectfully, Command Master Chief (ret) Linda Handley
DR RUDOLPH & DOROTHY BALDONI
January 11, 2018
IT IS WITH GREAT SADNESS FOR ME, MY WIFE AND MY ENTIRE FAMILY TO RECEIVE THE NEWS OF OUR BELOVED FRIEND'S DEMISE; AND WISH TO EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HER FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS AS WELL. ANNA MAE WAS NOT ONLY MY SUPERIOR OFFICER AT WALTER REED DURING MY SERVICE AS ONE OF ITS FIRST NON-COM SURGICAL TECHS TO ASSIST IN THE SURGICAL PAVILION ALONG WITH THE RNS AT THE TIME OF THE KOREAN CONFLICT; BUT ALSO SHE AND BILL BECAME MY FRIEND,MENTOR AND ENCOURAGED ME TO PURSUE A MEDICAL CAREER THEREAFTER. WE WILL MISS OUR
MANY GOOD CHATS, ETC....
FAREWELL, DEAR FRIEND...DR. RUDY & DOROTHY BALDONI
Kathleen Carpenter Kester
January 10, 2018
I served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (MRA&L, EO, EEO) and had a particular interest, of course, in this trailblazing, kind, capable leader. I first read her bio in the Pentagon years ago. I thought about how extremely brave, intelligent, professional women like Brigadier General McCabe-Hays made it possible by their example and contribution to national security for many women and men patriots to follow. Then I noticed there was even more to the connection I had instantly felt with her. Although different years, we were both born on February 16th! Then I read about her parents and realized we had even more natural bonds. My family had always been big supporters of the SA. I am in the SA Auxiliary here in Washington. I will keep her in my prayers and she will always come to mind when I think of those who went before us and paved the way for women like me. What a blessing it must have been when she was near her passing to think of all the nursing care she individually provided and also, through training of personnel and all her other managerial contributions she had made. I hope that knowing she lives on through all the nurses and other medical personnel who provide smarter, gentler, more effective care because of her leadership and vision is a comfort to her friends and family. May God bless her soul and give her the eternal peace she has earned many times over. I only wish I could be there to show my personal respect and say a goodbye not only for me and my family but for all who support our women and men in our military. With deepest sympathy, Kathleen Carpenter Kester
January 10, 2018
I served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (MRA&L, EO, EEO) and had a particular interest, of course, in this trailblazing, kind, capable leader. I first read her bio in the Pentagon years ago. I thought about how extremely brave, intelligent, professional women like Brigadier General McCabe-Hays made it possible by their example and contribution to national security for many women and men patriots to follow. Then I noticed there was even more to the connection I had instantly felt with her. Although different years, we were both born on February 16th! Then I read about her parents and realized we had even more natural bonds. My family had always been big supporters of the SA. I am in the SA Auxiliary here in Washington. I will keep her in my prayers and she will always come to mind when I think of those who went before us and paved the way for women like me. What a blessing it must have been when she was near her passing to think of all the nursing care she individually provided and also, through training of personnel and all her other managerial contributions she had made. I hope that knowing she lives on through all the nurses and other medical personnel who provide smarter, gentler, more effective care because of her leadership and vision is a comfort to her friends and family. May God bless her soul and give her the eternal peace she has earned many times over. I only wish I could be there to show my personal respect and say a goodbye not only for me and my family but for all who support our women and men in our military. With deepest sympathy, Kathleen Carpenter Kester
Major Colin D. DeVault
January 10, 2018
I know that Brigadier General Anna May Hays will be long remembered for her notable contribution to the United States Army, having become the first woman in the U. S. military to rise to the rank of General. That is quite an accomplishment. I also know that her early days were spent with her parents in The Salvation Army. We will always consider her one of our daughters as well. God bless her dear family.
Major Colin D. DeVault
Lehigh Valley Area Coordinator
The Salvation Army
Julie Mumaw (Remiszewski
January 10, 2018
May Brigadier General Anna Mae Hayes rest in Peace. A magnificent woman.
A Supporter of All Veterans
January 10, 2018
To the family of Brig Gen Hays:
Sending our deepest sympathy in your loss of a woman so deserving of her accomplishments.
Thank you for your service to our Country, Brig Gen Hays. May you rest in peace.
Stephen Savage
January 10, 2018
God bless to an amazing lady and nurse and good friend to all veterans.Thank you for your service, General.You were first in everyone's book.
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