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Jerry Hayes Obituary

Jerry Joe Hayes, 54, of Independence, Mo., passed away on Friday, January 16, 2009, at his home. He was born February 20, 1954. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol. Jerry and Carol were married February 8, 1994. He is survived by his parents, Bill and Norma Hayes of Independence; a sister, Robyn Hayes, of Independence, and his mother-in-law, Brookie Rice of McFall, Mo. His other survivors include three children, daughter Chanin Miller and husband Joe of Independence, grandsons Dakota and Dalton Miller; son Shawn Becker of Sibley, Mo., granddaughters Megan Becker, Kristi McClain and Ashley McClain of Oak Grove; daughter Tiffani Ward and husband Mike, grandchildren Hunter, Tanner, and Miley Ward, all of Kansas City, Mo. Jerry was preceded in death by daughter Tara Hayes and grandparents Tom and Lena Waisner and Willie and Dora Hayes. Jerry will be greatly missed by so many family members, many many friends, and special pets Hank, Blue and Zane. Visitation only, on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, from 7- 8:30 p.m., at New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery, (816) 796-8600.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jan. 18, 2009.

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Marc Scammerhorn

January 26, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Carol. We are sorry for your loss, I had no idea he had passed.

Mike Walker

January 26, 2009

Carol, I am so sorry to hear about Jerry. When I think of Jerry it is always with a smile and always with you by his side. We had so many great times over the years.

I know the next few weeks will be tough on you but know you will fight through it. With time I hope your sadness will pass and your thoughts of Jerry will be like mine.........ALWAYS WITH A SMILE!

Take care and know I'm thinking of you!

Trish Summers

January 22, 2009

Carol, I'm so sorry for your loss. If you ever need anything, you know I'm just a phone call away. Jerry will be missed by so many.......... he was a great friend.

Melissa Meredith

January 22, 2009

Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss Jerry's smile the most. Always remember your good times together and know that he wil always be with you.

Sonya Pearson

January 21, 2009

Carol & family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I can't believe it myself right now. My heart goes out to you. Jerry was such a loving, caring person. He will be sorely missed.. And I will always cherish the fun times that we all had together.

Carol Hedstrom

January 21, 2009

Robyn and Family:

So sorry to learn of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during the coming days.

lisa conchola

January 20, 2009

my thoughts and prayers are with your family. jerry j. was not just my favorite patient at walgreens he was my friend. i will miss his smiling face

Bill Loe

January 20, 2009

Sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I remember Jerry from our neighborhood and of course from knowing Robin. My prayers are with you. May the peace that passes all understanding be with you.

Pam Gafford (Joe)

January 19, 2009

We were childhood friends. Hayse, Smith's and Joe's from a block away. We all spent alot of time together and those times will never be forgotten. I have always missed those friends and great times we had.

January 19, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Michael Smith

January 18, 2009

The things I will always remember about Jerry was his warm and friendly smile, the times I spent fishing with Jerry and his Father, Bill as teenagers along with visiting his grandparents on the farm. Those are fond memories for me and he will be greatly missed.

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