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John Hayes Obituary
of New Milford
John C. Hayes passed away at the age of 59 on Sunday evening, September 28, 2008, at Mercy Hospital in Scranton, Pa., losing his battle with lung cancer. He was predeceased by his son, David M. Gelunas; and his mother, Doris (Chapman) Hayes. He is survived by his wife, Anne M. Gelunas; his children, Michele A. Hayes, John D. Hayes and Jennifer A. Gelunas and her fiancé, Mark A. Dibble; his father, Charles E. Hayes; his grandchildren, Taylor N. Dibble, Kristi L. Hayes, and Danielle A. Hayes; his brothers and sisters, Gene (Chris) Hayes, Ray (Nancy) Hayes, Don (Sandy) Hayes, JoAnn Gorman, and Susan Homza; and several nieces and nephews. He was a loving father. He was a self-employed contractor and an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.
The family will receive friends Saturday, noon to 2 p.m., at the Chopyak-Scheider Funeral Home, 326 Prospect Street, Binghamton.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Hayes
Don and Sandy Hayes
November 1, 2008
I will miss you as a brother and a friend. We will love you forever. Don and Sandy Hayes
Hayes Family
October 10, 2008
We would like to thank everyone who sign the guest book.
John and Michele Hayes and Anne and Jennifer Gelunas
Anne Gelunas
October 10, 2008
John, you are my heart and soul. I will miss you so much!
Your Loving Wife
theresa corey
October 6, 2008
anne iam so sorry to hear. i just found out and am real saddened,had no idea he was ill. i am going through some stuff right now. but if you would like to call me feel free. 341-2496 love Theresa corey(truxal)
Sandy Butts
October 4, 2008
Ann, Very sorry I couldn't be there today, my heart goes out to you and your family.
April Smith
October 4, 2008
Uncle John was a great man all about family always there to help out when needed and never wanted anything in return. Treated me as one of his children. A hand is what he had and a hand is what he gave. I will miss you so much you will always be with me in my heart.
Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Smith
October 4, 2008
You will always be in our hearts!! Thank you for all that you have showed us in your life. I'm greatful for the knowledge that you have given us and the friendship we had.
We hope you are at peace and we miss you.
Katie Beronda
October 4, 2008
Uncle John, I can't believe that you are gone. You will be very missed and you will always be loved. I'm only sorry I was unable to see you when Mom & Dad went up two years ago. I love you!!
Janet Homza
October 4, 2008
A man who did a lot
An all-american hero, a Vietnam vet.
For his service we will never forget.
He was a storyteller, a jokester, and he really knew what to do.
He's the kind of man that would do anything for you.
He was there for his friends and helped those in need.
He was never selfish or driven by greed.
No questions asked, he made sure you didn't go without.
In our daily living we will miss out because this man is not about.
It's hard to let go because hope is all we know.
For John, love still grows.
John Hayes will be missed for his richness of giveness because as a person he was the richest.
Janet Homza
October 4, 2008
Thankyou Uncle John for all you've done for me and I'll miss you alot. I hope your at peace and saying hi to Grandma for me.
Love always, Janet
Susan Homza
October 4, 2008
I'll miss you very much from your loving sister Sue.
Philip Gorman
October 3, 2008
I will really miss you Uncle John. You were always there when you were needed, and always funny even if it wasn't. I'm sorry I will miss the service. We will all miss you.
Karry Gorman
October 3, 2008
i love you and miss you uncle John. but i know someday we will see you again!
Jennifer Gelunas
October 3, 2008
My father, my hero. He was a great man and deeply loved. He will be greatly miss.
The Staff of Mercy Hospice
October 2, 2008
The entire staff of Mercy Hospice extends their heartfelt sympathy to John's family. May the peace of God surroud you and bring you comfort.
JO DARLING
October 2, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family. I attended grade school with John many many years ago and he was my first beau, at 12 years old. My God hold you in the Palm of HIS hand.
LeaAnna Grafer
October 2, 2008
I will greatly miss you Uncle John. I wish I could have made it up to see you. Mom, I am sorry I will miss the services. My thoughts will be there.
Love,
LeaAnna
Cindy Winters
October 2, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences.
Kevin & Cindy Winters
Deena McCrady-Price
October 2, 2008
Dear "Uncle" Chuck, Gene, JoAnne, Sue, I am so sorry for your loss of John, he was a good guy! I didn't see him much since we have all grown and went our own ways but each time I have seen him, mainly at Cornaby's, it was like I just saw him yesterday. The conversation just flowed. My father still has pictures of them working together and thought of John as one of his own.
I will not be able to attend Saturday but wanted you all to know that your in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Deena (McCrady) Price
JoAnn Gorman
October 2, 2008
You will be greatly missed. We all love you so much.
Love You
Your sister
JoAnn
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