Charles K. "Chuck" Hayes Sr.
Charles K. "Chuck" Hayes Sr.
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LEDYARD, Conn. - Charles K. "Chuck" Hayes Sr., 92 of Ledyard, Conn. and formerly of Cohoes and Troy, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 7, 2023, in New London, Conn.
He was born in Waterford on February 28, 1931, the son of Harold and Elizabeth Farrar Hayes. He was married to Marian Vanier on May 6, 1951, in Cohoes. Marian passed away on December 19, 2017. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah (Frederick) Donlon of Ledyard, Conn. and Adirondack, N.Y.; and his son, Charles K. (Joyce) Hayes Jr. of Port Jefferson Station, N.Y.
All services are private.
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Vicki Bajakian
April 16, 2023
Prayers and Deepest Sympathy to ALL Hayes. Donlon and Huebner Families. Chuck, Sr. So very strong and dedicated to everyone. A Privilege & Pleasure to know.
Vicki
Alicia Williamson
April 16, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Mr. Hayes was a true gentleman.
Mark Bancroft
April 16, 2023
Deb and family, sad to hear of the loss of your dad. I so enjoyed speaking with him from time to time and hearing his stories of working on the locks and PWD, they were always fun to hear.
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Lou Manzi
April 14, 2023
I’m a friend of Chuck’s from Pendleton. I knew Marion there also, a lovely couple. I work in the recreation department and know how Chuck loved to keep busy. Always active, always so proud of his accomplishments. What stories he shared about such an incredible life. He left a gap that will never be filled. Condolences to your whole family.
william McCarthy
April 13, 2023
R.I.P my old friend!
Larry Powers
April 13, 2023
Rest in peace, Chuck. Our paths would have crossed hundreds of times in the 50s and 60s, as I spent most of my waking hours in, on, and around the locks and canal lands. From memory, you were always kind to me even if my exuberance may have been annoying.
David Glass
April 13, 2023
One of my favorite Waterford lock-tenders in the early 60s! Condolences to his family. RIP, Chuckie.
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