Ronald Dewayne Hayes

I knew Ron when he directed the Gospel Choir at the New Vrindaban City of God Community in Marshall County, West Virginia. He served there from about 1988 or so until around 1992, as I recall. I was the community/temple music director from 1986 to 1993. He was a fine singer and actor, and I felt blessed to have him as a colleague. He played the lead role in two musicals I wrote in 1990 and which were performed several times. Here's a link to one of the musicals: https://youtu.be/NFUE_yqyV5E....

I just found out that Ron had gone to Heaven. I was talking to a friend about him, still not knowing. They ask, when's the last time you seen Ron. I informed, about 1 1/2 years, they replied, you need to see your friends more often. Ron was, IS, a very gifted person that does only what Ron can do with a church chour. I know that they are now having a Holy Ghost Party in Heaven.

P. S.

I challenge very one that reads this, to find a friend that you have not seen...

Ron will truly be missed he was a very outgoing person an most of all he was one of the best choir directors for the youth of portland memorial missionary baptist church.

Little Ronnie,you are still the best! You touched so many lives on earth. Now it's time to praise and direct the angel's choir in "Soul Heaven!" Lift Every Voice and Sing!
P. S. We will join you some day!

You will be missed. Love you
Vernice Aniton

Ron was an outstanding contributor of his excellent skills at Hill street Baptist Church. He enjoyed the gift God gave him and was giving of that gift as he took the choir to a level unmentionable. He performed with grace agility and the choirs joined his lead. I remember most..."Reaping the Harvest God Promised Me." Ron, you are doing that just now. Perform along with the other angels and they, too will give their utmost as did Hill Street. I am thankful and feel especially blessed to...