Benjamin Ian Hayes

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Albert, Virginia, Tanja, Liam, Kajsa, Luke and all of Ben’s extended family on their loss of Ben. He was a treasure-loved and admired by so many and never to be forgotten as a master educator and advocate for those less fortunate. His contribution to the educational community is immeasurable and enduring.

Our Deepest sympathies to his wife Tanja and kids Liam, kajsa and Luke.We will miss him at Our Lady Of Wisdom Church. Our prayers will be for him and his family. God bless!

I was just thinking about Ben... I knew him when we both worked at the WCSD admin building . I ran the little lunch room and would often save a lunch special for him to take home for dinner. That was before he married and had a family. I had not seen him in years but have very find memories of him, such a nice person. I still have playbill he brought me from NY. Prayers for his family, so sad to lose him so soon...

Tanja, it seems like yesterday that you and Ben were just starting out in a relationship. Up to that point I didn’t see him smile a lot then you came into the picture and he was beaming. You made a beautiful life together and a beautiful family. I was numb hearing that he passed away. No words can express the loss I felt I can only imagine how you and your children feel. Bless you for coming into his life. Cherish every minute you had together and continue on with the strength I know you...