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Bobby Hayes Obituary

Bobby G. Hayes VIRGINIA BEACH - Bobby Grey Hayes, born Sept. 29, 1944, passed away peacefully at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Tuesday, June 30, 2009. He was preceded in death by his father, Waymouth A. Hayes and sister, Patricia Myrick Barringer. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved mother, Louise Hayes; brothers, Charles Hayes and wife Brenda, Jerry Hayes and wife Evelyn; nieces and nephews, Deborah Johnston and husband Danny, Sandra Johnson and husband Chris, Susan Heafner and husband David and Brad Hayes and wife Stefanie as well as many great-nieces and -nephews; longtime friend, Dana Ambrosen and Anna Belle. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 9 p.m. in Smith and Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with burial following in Charity UMC Cemetery in Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 4416 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 in Bobby's name. You may offer your love and condolences to the family at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 2, 2009.

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Sandie Johnson

July 15, 2009

Today was the first day I had the nerve to read Uncle Bobby's obituary. His death is still so unreal to me. I thank God I had a few days with him before his passing. I will miss him so much. He was the best and I will always remember the days way back when!!! He never minded taking his little niece out and was always there when we came to visit. Margie and Rays will never be the same to me.
Love you so much and miss your sweet face. One day we will see you again!
Your loving niece, Sandie

Barry Newman

July 3, 2009

Bobby, you will be missed very much, you were a great person to have for a cousin, we had some great times together. Thanks for everything you did for me.

Doug Brown

July 3, 2009

It's been many years since the old Courthouse gang at the firehouse were together. I'm shocked and saddened to hear of Bobby's passing. Our thoughts as prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Doug Brown

Mary Meeks

July 3, 2009

I was very shocked and saddened to hear about Bobby. I met him 25 years ago at the post office. His retirement years were too short! He will be missed.

Karen Simpson

July 3, 2009

Dear Charles, Brenda, & family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Bobby's passing. I hope you find peace in knowing that he is with God & not suffering anymore. I was just thinking of the old crowd a few days before Kathy called me & told me he had passed. He was a special man & I loved him dearly. Where have the years gone!!??It seems like yesterday that the guys were drag racing the five mile stretch & we spent weekends at pungo water sking & Brenda, you & I
scrapping the potatoe fields and shelling butter beans and canning!! I cherish all the memories. You both were a strong force in my life & I thank God for placing you in my life when he did. So....many memories! Stay Blessed and may God bring you peace.
Love always,
Karen Lee Simpson

Connie Johnson

July 2, 2009

To the Hayes Family,
I do remember Bobby from Courthouse Elementary School. I was in the same class through High School with Jerry.
I am very sorry for your loss.

Connie McClanan Johnson

Diana Johnston

July 2, 2009

Uncle Bobby,
You will be greatly missed and I will always appreciate everything you did for me!
I love you always!!!
Diana Lee

Priscilla Lamb (Newman)

July 2, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Bobby. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish I could be there. Take comfort in knowing he is in a better place now and no longer suffering. I love and miss all you.

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