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Joanna Hayes Obituary
Shutesbury, MA -
Joanna Hayes, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024, at the age of 91. She was born and raised on her family's farm in Shutesbury before moving to Brooklyn, New York. She returned to Shutesbury in 1970 to raise her family in the home where she was born and lived there until her passing.
Joanna will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughter Maureen (Joe), daughter Kathy (Kevin), son John (Patty), son Kevin (Jeri), and son Dan (Mike); as well as her sister Louise, eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was predeceased by her loving husband Raymond, granddaughter Jessica, and eleven brothers and sisters.
We would like to thank Fire Chief Lenny Czerwonka, Shutesbury Police and Fire Departments, and Dr. Grewal for their care and compassion.
Calling hours will be held at the Douglass Funeral Home Thursday, March 21, 4:00-7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Brigid's Church in Amherst on Friday, March 22, 10:00 a.m. with a burial to follow in West Cemetery, Shutesbury.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the "Jessica Hayes Memorial Scholarship Endowed Fund" and mailed to: UMass Amherst Foundation, Records and Gifts Processing, 134 Hicks Way, Amherst, Ma 01003-9270, or online at https://www.uma-foundation.org/ways-to-give. For condolences please visit: www.douglassfuneral.com.
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for Joanna Hayes
Dan Demato
November 11, 2024
My condolences. As a child I lived in an apartment above the Hayes' on the grounds of St Gabriel's church in Brooklyn. I am sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Mrs. Hayes. God bless.
Alan Cote
March 27, 2024
Our Condolences to the Hayes family on your loss.
Alan and Jill Cote
Mary Blumberg
March 23, 2024
In the past few years when I came back east for a visit, I would try to have lunch with Joanna. She was a wonderful woman, and I´m glad I had the opportunity to get to know her better.
My heart goes out to you all.
Randy Fisk
March 20, 2024
My condolences to the Hayes Family. Joanna well be missed dearly. Great lady
Emily
March 20, 2024
Aunt Joanne was an absolute joy ! I loved going up to the farm as a kid and i still have fond memories after all these years. She is one of the nicest, sweetest people in the family. So glad she enjoyed a long and happy life. I will keep her in my heart.
Jackie Krause
March 20, 2024
When I was a bartender at S.A.C I recall one Saturday afternoon,when I heard a chainsaw, out at the Hayes farm, it stopped and soon after Ray came into the bar and ordered a drink. Soon after Joann came in and said Ray...mond! Then they left. I know who wore the pants in that family. Fond memories, I wish you all well.
Carole Lavalle
March 20, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss of Kevin, Dan, John and family. Your mom had a long life, I hope it was filled with joy.
Bennie Forester
March 20, 2024
My "sincere condolences" to John, Kevin, Dan, and the rest of the Hayes Family during this sad time...
Lee Forester, Westfield MA
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