John Hays
October 22, 1949 - September 15, 2021
Valley Center, Kansas - A loving husband and father, John Philip Hays, 71 of Valley Center, Kansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 15, 2021 after suffering a massive heart attack when at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was born in Topeka, KS on October 22, 1949 to his parents Barney and Luella (Moffitt) Hays. He spent most of his younger life living in the Topeka area and attended school at the Berryton schools and Shawnee Heights High School. The family moved to Wichita and he graduated from Campus High School in Haysville, Kansas and Wichita State University.
He was united in marriage to Janet Bland on December 5, 1969 in Wichita, Kansas. John retired as co-owner of Ferroloy, Inc., a Wichita foundry, and spent many years in that field. He enjoyed being part of the Payne Township Board after his retirement and had many friends throughout the community. John developed, received a patent and marketed a device, K9-Fork, for dog care.
John and Janet enjoyed country living being active for years owning Miniature Horses and had many special friendships by doing so. John was always willing and wanting to help his wife, family, or friends. He loved the Lord and was dedicated to studying his Bible daily and being part of the Summit Church where he highly respected and loved Brother Joe Wright and others there, as well as those he knew from Countryside Christian Church where they attended services for years. He was active and enjoyed being busy and on the go every day never slowing down so this was totally unexpected and he will be greatly missed. We're very thankful to those at the Wesley Hospital for his care and their kindness to his family.
John is survived by his wife, Janet Hays of the home, his sons Jeff and Brian (Christi), four grandchildren, and his wife Janet's parents Kenny and Maxine Daniels, who were like parents to him. John is also survived by his brothers, Richard Hays, Topeka, Kansas and Robert Hays (Jackie), Wamego, Kansas and sister Marcia Kuhlman (Rod), Heber Springs, Arkansas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents.
There will be private graveside services. Memorials contributions can be made to Summit Church, 10225 E Kellogg Ave, Wichita, KS 67207.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Sep. 20, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for John Hays

12 Entries

Kelsie Sherman

October 3, 2021

My deepest sympathy for the loss of John. Janet is a dear friend and your family is in my prayers.

Bill and Nancy Orr

September 21, 2021

Janet and family, our heart goes out to you and pray Gods promise comforts you. We loved working with John on the Missionary Committee and going to church with him, you and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rick Downs

September 21, 2021

John and I worked together for many years, John was always the guy to go to for help and guidance.
Susan and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to John´s family.
John will certainly be missed.

Charlotte and Frank Lupton

September 21, 2021

What happy memories we have of you, Janet, and John at the horse shows. We pray for comfort for all who love him.

Judy & John Moore-Willowroc Miniatures

September 21, 2021

Sending prayers to the family and your loss Janet. Sad to hear of Johns passing.

Coleen

September 20, 2021

Janet, so sorry and surprised to hear about John yesterday. You and your sons are in my prayers

Wilma Bouska

September 20, 2021

Janet my heart goes out to you and your family. John will be greatly mussed! He was such a huge supporter of the youth and the girls always enjoyed getting their Birthday cards from him. With heartfelt sympathy. Wilma from Oklahoma

Rita Jenkins

September 20, 2021

Janet, I am so very sorry to hear of John´s death. You two were very special Kansas miniature horse friends! My heart and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

Cathy Martin, Cara, Johnny and Larry

September 19, 2021

Our deepest condolences to family. John was a very special person and will always be in our memories for his dedication to the youth at Heartland Miniature Horses Club.

Susan Peterson Rothgeb & Darrin Rothgeb

September 19, 2021

Janet,
Soo sorry for your loss.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sincerely, Susan & Darrin

Dennis and Camille

September 19, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the family and a long time mini horse friend (Contender).
We will miss you at the shows
RIP.

Mary Jinkaway

September 19, 2021

I can still hear John´s hearty laugh. He was so involved in the Heartland Minature Horse club for many years. He will be there to watch over the rest of us now until we meet again. What a guy.

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