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Benjamin HAYES Obituary

HAYES Benjamin C, 60, died Feb 6, 2010 at his residence in Lexington, KY. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Syers Hayes of Lexington, KY; one son, Jason Hayes and wife Michelle of Tarzana, CA; one daughter, Brittany Koenig and husband John of Lexington, KY and five grandchildren; mother, Gwendolyn Hayes of Sturgis, KY; three sisters, Judy Clement, Charlotte Wilson and Sharon Hawkins; three brothers, Darrell Hayes, Donald Hayes and Jerry Hayes. He was preceded in death by his father, Willard L. Hayes and brother-in-law, John Douglas Syers. Mr. Hayes was a teacher of music from 1972-2005 and the choir director at Pfrimmers Chapel in Corydon, IN. He was an avid UK Wildcat fan. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of the Bluegrass, One St. Joseph Drive, Lexington, KY 40504 or to a music program of your choice. Services will be held at 1pm Central Time, Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Sturgis, KY with burial in Pythian Ridge Cemetery in Sturgis, KY. Officiating, Rev. Paul Brunstetter and Rev. Victor Hassel. Visitation 10am until service time on Wed at Whitsell Funeral Home, 609 Main St. Sturgis, KY 42459.

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Feb. 10, 2010.

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jeremy barker

February 19, 2010

im sorry i didnt here about it to today so im sorry i wish i was there for ya

Tina Gayheart

February 13, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Hayes passing. I helped take care of him at CBH. He was a very special person who was loved by many

February 10, 2010

Dear Joyce,
My thoughts have been with you and your family. I have fond memories of you and Benny, and hope to reconnect soon.
Sincerely,
Janet Woodall (Reichmuth) Corum

Patricia Link Fulkerson

February 10, 2010

Celebrating a life well-lived! Mr. Hayes was such an important part of my high school years and thanks to him, I have many great memories to cherish. Last saw him when he had just started retirement and he was beaming. Joyce, Jason and Brittany- you have one great Angel watching over you now. Take care and God bless you and your family.

Aaron Lambert

February 10, 2010

I have known Ben for about 15 years. I am a band director in southern Indiana and have attended Ben's Corydon Central Marching Band Contest for years. He has always been a very caring and helpful colleague over the years. About nine years ago I attended my first Midwest band and orchestra clinic and Ben took me under his wing and "showed mt the ropes" at this international confrence. Ben showed me which semiars to attend, which concerts to attend, and most importantly what resturants to eat at. I will always think fondly of the experiances we had In Chicago and the hospitality he showed me and all those he came in contact with. His presence will truly be missed! My condolences go out to his freinds and family.

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