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2024
Bill Hayes Obituary
Bill Hayes was a singer who scored a number one hit in 1955 with "The Ballad of Davy Crockett," then went on to play recurring character Doug Williams on the TV soap "Days of Our Lives" for over 50 years.
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Jackie Dillon
December 4, 2024
Dougvcoming to Days marrying Addie then Julie. I actually met Susan and Bill when Bill headlined the PS Follies one of the most exciting days of my life. I was in labor in 1968 with my first born when Julie was in labor with David. I always felt a kinship with her and my daughters all grew up knowing the DOL stories so much so when my daughters was in Greece I told her to look for Bo and Hope. She laughed, but knew what I was talking about. I grew up on days and I keep crying seeing all the loss Victor, Doug, John now The original Roman it´s heartbreaking and bringing their lives to into my real life. Beyond heartbroken for Susan and all the other relatives of those that have brought me such happiness, joy and tears for the past 57 years. God bless them all.
Fermina Martinez
December 4, 2024
Our deepest condolences to family, remembering watching the the loving couple on days, started watching days with my mom in 73. I loved that they were always traveling, and meeting both of you at days of days. I also got my daughter watching days, it's been 45 years.He will be very much missed, my heart is broken for Susan and family, you have a lot of fans
Wendy rae millikan
October 23, 2024
I loved watching him on Day's
chip fitts
October 17, 2024
His hit record Ballad of Davy Crockett was really good. It outsold other versions of the song. R.I.P.
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Diane Ciaccia
October 5, 2024
My sincere condolences to Susan and their family. I was a child when I watched Days in the 60 and 70 s They made a great couple Doug and Julie. They will eternally together
Jamie Pedinoff
August 18, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. I feel like you & Bill have been part of my extended family for 50 years.
Lisa Ann Baines Bacon
July 11, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. I grew up watching you and Bill..I only wish that I could have had that kind of love. Thank you for the service during the war. We are a Gold Star family. God bless
Harry Simpson
May 25, 2024
Godspeed Bill, a long life and wonderful film, TV and music "The Ballad of Davy Crockett" memories. Unforgettable.
Fair winds and following seas sailor. "Boatswain... Standby to pipe the side... Shipmate's going Ashore..." Thank you Bill for your service to this nation. U.S. Navy, WWII.
Mary Walpole
May 17, 2024
I have a very early memory of Mr Hayes when he sang " The Ballad of Davy Crockett" which sold over 3 million recordings during which time my fifth grade class sang this ...many decades later I watched " Days of Our Lives " which I watched for well over fifty years and put that together ... I am very sad as he was a great favorite of mine
Mary Gregg
April 25, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Michelle Peebles
April 23, 2024
I enjoyed watching Bill down through out the years. You and Susan made a wonderful couple on and off screen. You will surely be missed!!!!
Barbara Vanagas
March 13, 2024
Susan I wish that I can give you a HUG over the phone. I wish I was in California to give it to you, I have a shoulder for you to lean on,my name is Barbara Vanagas 68-03 242nd st Douglaston NY if you want to write to me you can
Barbara Vanagas
March 13, 2024
Susan, may Bill REST IN PEACE in the house of GOD and may he be blessed always. He was truly a class act and he will be greatly missed
Judy Fry
February 23, 2024
I missed seeing Bill and Susan at a Universal Studios event. Later l did see them at a Hollywood Celebrity show. They were very kind and the love on their face was plain to see. I pray for Susan and her broken heart over the lost of her true love. I pray she is surrounded by loving family to help her during this time.
Paula Brunell
February 21, 2024
I literally grew up watching dool. My mom got me started when I was only 8 years old. I am now 58 and totally devastated at this loss. All my thoughts and prayers to Susan and the entire family.
darlene potts
February 11, 2024
u were my 14th cousin i wish i had met u and susan but i guess it wasnt meant to be u will be missed god bless susan and your family u all have my prayers love to all
Petter and Berit Knutsen / Rustenberg
January 29, 2024
Thank you for all good meetings at Traverse City, Michigan
JoAnna Brown
January 23, 2024
When he first played on Days Of Our Lives excellent actor been watching as a child
Fran fran
January 21, 2024
I grew up watching you on Days. You will be greatly missed. RIP
Julie Regan
January 19, 2024
Bill was a wonderful actor and singer. I enjoyed watching him and Susan on Days of Our Lives. I also enjoyed his singing. Bill will surely be missed. My condolences to Susan and family.
God be with you all
Sincerely,
Julie Regan
Joel T Brown
January 18, 2024
Bill Hayes was a great actor and singer. I love when he would sing to his cost star and real wife Susan Hayes on the show. As well as saving her a few times. . Rip Mr. Bill Hayes you will be greatly missed by all of Days of Our lives fans.
RB
January 18, 2024
A great singer and a great actor that had a memorable role on "Days of Our Lives". Truly sorry. Sincere condolences to the Hayes family. May God be with you all to help you through this very difficult time.
Ms Whiteford
January 17, 2024
To a great actor who I have enjoyed on DOOL
I enjoyed your singing and your relationship with the younger generation
You will be missed
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