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Audrey Sherron (Fifer) Hayes

Audrey Sherron (Fifer) Hayes, age 72, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019 due to complications from ovarian cancer. Sherron was preceded in death by her parents, Wilber and Edna Fifer, and her brother, John Fifer. She is survived by her children, Deborah Hayes and Shawn Hayes, along with her daughter-in-law, Lisa Aceves Hayes, and she was the proud grandmother of Kathryn and Jackson Hayes. Sherron is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Edd and Margaret Ann Fifer, her brother, Wayne Fifer, and her nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

Sherron had a lust for life and the ability to turn lemons into lemonade. Her retirement from the El Paso Central Appraisal District in 2007 allowed her to do the things she was truly passionate about, doting on her grandchildren and gardening. Sherron's green thumb was legendary - she could make anything grow, even in El Paso soil. Nothing pleased her more than to have her flowers admired by passers-by. Even today, in December, her flowers are in full bloom.

Her love of gardening was only surpassed by her love for her children and grandchildren. She lived with her son's family for her last 10 years and was a daily part of Katy and Jackson's life. Sherron attended every school event and was a fixture at volleyball and basketball games. Her wardrobe was made up of the spirit t-shirts she collected every season to show her pride in her perfect grandchildren.

Thank you for so many words of encouragement and prayers during this difficult time. As Sherron desired, a private family memorial will be held to celebrate her life.




Audrey Sherron (Fifer) Hayes, de 72 años, falleció el viernes 6 de diciembre del 2019 debido a complicaciones del cáncer de ovario. Sherron fue precedida en muerte por sus padres Wilber y Edna Fifer, y su hermano John Fifer. Le sobreviven sus hijos Deborah Hayes y Shawn Hayes, junto con su nuera Lisa Aceves Hayes, y ella era la orgullosa abuela de Kathryn y Jackson Hayes. A Sherron también le sobreviven su hermano y su cuñada, Edd y Margaret Ann Fifer, su hermano, Wayne Fifer, y sus sobrinas y sobrinos quienes la querían mucho. Sherron tenía un deseo de vivir y la capacidad de convertir limones en limonada. Su retiro del Distrito de Evaluación Central de El Paso en 2007 le permitió hacer las cosas que realmente le apasionaban, compartir tiempo con sus nietos y la jardinería. El pulgar verde de Sherron era legendario: podía hacer crecer cualquier cosa, incluso en el suelo de El Paso. Nada la complacía más que tener sus flores admiradas por los transeúntes. Incluso hoy, en diciembre, sus flores están en plena floración. Su amor por la jardinería solo fue superado por su amor por sus hijos y nietos. Ella vivió con la familia de su hijo durante los últimos 10 años y fue parte diaria de la vida de Katy y Jackson. Sherron asistió a todos los eventos escolares y participó en los juegos de voleibol y baloncesto. Su guardarropa estaba compuesto por las camisetas de apoyo que coleccionaba cada temporada para mostrar su orgullo por sus nietos perfectos. Gracias por tantas palabras de aliento y oraciones durante este momento difícil. Como Sherron deseaba, se celebrará un servicio conmemorativo familiar privado para celebrar su vida.

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Published by El Paso Times from Dec. 12 to Dec. 13, 2019.

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Mary Jo, Nick, & Kelly Willey

December 13, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. I feel blessed that I was able to see Sherron when I was there in September. She made a point to come see me, which made me feel special. I am glad that you all were able to have her in your daily lives, and hopefully memories of those many many instances of just how much she loves you will comfort you at this time.

With love and sympathy,
Mary Jo, Nick, and Kelly

Tina Tupper

December 13, 2019

My deepest condolences to Shawn, Lisa, Katy, and Jackson. We just loved Sherron and our conversations during family and the kids sporting events over the years. Jackson and Katy she was one of your biggest cheerleaders. Sure will be missed. Hugs, prayers, and love to you all.

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