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Joe Hayes Obituary
1937 - 2010
Joe Dennis Hayes, 73, San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Hayes entered into rest on Tuesday June 30, 2010 after a long and valiant battle with complications of Diabetes and Renal Disease.
Beloved Father, Brother, Uncle and Friend
Mr. Hayes lived graciously and independently while residing in San Antonio for the last eight years. Mr. Hayes was born to Robert Benwood Hayes, Sr. and Vanjo Peace Hayes in Oxford, North Carolina. Siblings: Doris Hayes Burwell, San Antonio, TX, Muriel Hayes Brown, FL (Deceased), Bobby Hayes, NC (Deceased), and Samuel Hayes, Henderson, NC. Mr. Hayes was a graduate of the historical Henderson Institute and later a graduate of Knoxville College/University, Tennessee. He was also a respected member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity (1956 ). Mr.Hayes proudly served our country in United States Army from 1958 to 1961 where he was discharged with the the honors. He went on to be an Oceangrapher with the United States Civil Service that held contracts with the USAF and NASA. He retired from service in 1995. He is survived by his son Kendal Hayes, New York City, NY with two adult children: John and Katrina Hayes. He is also survived by Daughter: Abbreill Hayes Blair and her Husband Robert Blair and their three boys: Cameron, Trey and Kai of Jackson, NJ. Precedent in death by Daughter Karen Blair with a daughter: Atari also of Knoxville,TN. Mr Hayes is also survived by Nephew Thomas ( Ed ) Burwell,MN, Niece, Gloria Sanderson, Houston, TX, Nephew John Burwell,Austin,TX and Niece: Gayle Goldsmith, San Antonio. TX and Brother in-law, Thomas Burwell of San Antonio, TX. Mr. Hayes will be entered into rest at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full Honors. Initial viewing will be on Wednesday at Sunset Funeral Home North, 910 N. Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, TX 78232. (Between Stone Oak/281 ) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Services will commence at 12:30 PM on Thursday at Sunset Funeral Home and Gravesite services at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:00 PM. A Memorial fund has been established in the Name of Joe Dennis Hayes with the with American Diabetes Association, Alexandria, VA. "You Can't Keep A Good Man Down " ...!
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Senator Leticia Van de Putte
July 8, 2010
Dear Hayes Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved. There are never any right words to express how deeply sad I am for the pain your family is enduring at this difficult time.
Although I did not have the honor and pleasure of knowing him, as Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I am sincerely thankful for his valiant service in defense of our rights and freedom.
His commitment to family, friends, our community, and to serving our great nation leaves a wonderful legacy. May the love and the wonderful memories you shared with him help you when you need it most. He will never be forgotten, and your family will be remembered in my prayers.
Vanessa Edwards
July 6, 2010
Although I didnt get to spend alot of time with my Uncle Joe, everytime I did see him he had a big hug and a smile for me and I will always remember him for that...U will be missed Uncle Joe xoxox
Gloria Sanderson
July 5, 2010
It was 1966, and for a 10 year old girl, he was the epitome of "cool". OK the gold mustang helped. He never stopped being the coolest. Miss ya Uncle Joe.
ROSEMARIE HAYES
July 5, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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