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Nancy Powell Hayes Obituary
Oct. 4, 1922 - Feb. 5, 2019
Buckatunna
Mrs. Nancy Powell Hayes was a known lover of flowers and gardening. She was known to have the magical touch of anything she planted.
She was born in Liberty, MS. Her early education began at Jerusalem School. She received her high school education from Amite County Training School and furthered her education at Mississippi Valley State University. She began her professional career in the Greene County school system, teaching elementary and remedial reading. She was the oldest member of Sweet Pilgrim Baptist Church. Additionally, Nancy was the owner of Hayes Family Funeral Home, Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Mrs. Hayes loved children, teaching and horticulture. It was through her love for these things that she was able to cultivate and blossom some of the best and brightest students of her 42 year career.
She is preceded in death by loving husband, Rev. Mack Arthur Hayes, Sr.; both parents, Mr. Emerson Powell and Mrs. Lillie Azalee Moore Powell; one son, Mr. McArthur "Tiny" Hayes, Jr.; one daughter, Rev. RoseMary Hayes Williams; five brothers, Mr. Milton Powell, Mr. Alton Powell, Mr. Lucious Powell, Mr. Allen Powell, Mr. James Powell; three sisters, Mrs. Reba Powell Williams, Mrs. Isis Powell Johnson, Miss Alice Powell; one grandson, Mr. Theodore "Teddy" Williams, III. and two step children, Rev. Robert Lewis Hayes and Mrs. Marion Jones.
Her growing legacy are her two granddaughters, who were her primary caregivers, Ms. Sonya Williams Barnes and Thea Hayes Williams (Terrence) Black, Ph.D.; a grandson, Mr. Arthur D. (Abigail) Hayes; a granddaughter, Ms. Althea McDonald; eight great-grandchildren, Tyron Hayes, Kenson Barnes, Tyreek Hayes, Thea Emerson Black, Kristyn Jones, Hydia McDonald, Jordyn McDonald, Shirah Robinson; one great-great grandson, Mason Robinson; her only surviving sister, Mrs. Ada Williamson; one son-in-law, Rev. Theodore R. Williams, Jr.; two daughters-in-law, Mrs. Jeanette Hayes (Edward) Pou, Mrs. Autry Hayes and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and friends. Funeral: 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 9, 2019; Sweet Pilgrim Baptist Church, Buckatunna, MS. Visitation: 10:00 AM. Interment: Sweet Pilgrim Cemetery, Buckatunna.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Powell Hayes
Sponsored by The Sun Herald.
February 14, 2019
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Doris Keyes Powe
February 9, 2019
I love Mrs. Hayes and Mr. Hayes. This generous and loving couple opened their hearts and home to me as I began my first job teaching at GCVHS. I am eternally grateful to have been "family."
February 8, 2019
Thea,
Remembering and appreciating the relaxing visits to Buckatunna during college and talking with Mrs. Nancy about flowers when we would see one another. Thinking of you and your family and wishing everyone peace and comfort as you remember a remarkable lady, Nancy Powell Hayes.
Vicki
Melanie S. Powell, Ph.D.
February 8, 2019
Thea and Sonya,
We are thinking of you both during this difficult time. We are also celebrating Aunt Nancy's life! Truly a life well-lived!
With love,
Melanie S. Powell, Kimberly K. Powell, and BJ Rey
February 8, 2019
Family:
Sorry for our loss. Let's keep each other lifted up in prayer.
Love y'all.
George and Rebecca
G. P.
February 7, 2019
Aunt Nancy, at night and in the daytime too,
While doing little chores, I often think of you.
I still have a lot of great memories through the years,
that I will always cherish and keep in my heart. Even though you are not physically here, the memories I have of you will never part.
I will always love you Aunt Nancy.
Love, George
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