Judy Hayes Obituary
She was a gifted musician-singer and accompanied her husband in ministry across the United States and into Africa and India. Her devotion in life was her faith and her family. She was a devoted wife and doting mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband of almost 58 years, Rev. Sammy Hayes; two daughters, Mimi Martin and grandchild, Halle; Holly (Lee) MacMurdo and grandchildren, Jordyn, Reese, Cole, Haley and Jake; and 8 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Carrol, Richard and Ray Wagley and two sisters, Becky Caldwell and Murlene Swift. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Floy Wagley.
A family hosted memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, with visitation starting at 10:30 a.m. at Christian Assembly, 10601 Highway 107, Sherwood, AR. Rev. David Maynard will be the officiating minister.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Love A Child Ministries at loveachild.com.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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