Geraldine Hayes Obituary

I apologize for being so long in writing to extend my deepest sympathy to the Hayes family. I will always remember Mrs. Hayes' kindness and graciousness. Her lovely spirit will remain with all who knew her.

Sincerely,
Marge Carroll,
former SJF parishioner

Dear Peter, Mary and Family:
We were so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. Ann and I remember her fondly from your wedding. She was charming and gracious, and obviously thrilled on that great occassion. We are so sorry that this note is so late in coming, but we only just learned of her death. I am sure that your mother loved being around her large and wonderful family, and that your memories of her are very special. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I first met your Mom and Dad when they were the monitors of a SJF teen group I belonged to with a dozen or so of my and Marty’s classmates and they graciously hosted our meetings in your home. We spent hours discussing all the faith and life issues teens faced during the turbulent years of the late 1960's and early 1970s. Her welcoming, non-judgmental nature and openness to discussing any subject made it easy for all of us to open our hearts and share our deepest, most secret fears. I learned allot from her -- we all did.



After that, I didn’t have any personal contact with her until she moved next door and instantly became a close friend to three-generations of Fairfield families. One of my sister’s best summed up your mom’s wonderful personality when she said, “I loved talking with Mrs. Hayes at block parties and reunions because I knew after I chatted with her I was going to feel really good about myself.” I have no doubt your Mom’s living faith is why her neigbors were all so easily drawn to her in friendship and enjoyed her company so much. I miss her and will for a long time in the future.



I am sorry for your loss and please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and for you.

I will always remember how Mrs. Hayes let our 6th grade class do the wonderword puzzle each week from the Sunday Chicago Tribune. She was a wonderful teacher, always making time for her students when they need some extra help to understand something.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. I have always enjoyed Mrs. Hayes company and conversation. It meant so much to both of us to enjoy her company at the lake on July 8th. Hoping wonderful memories will help you all through this trying time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hayes' clan.



Jane and Chris Brewer

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Hayes will be missed dearly. She was an amazing woman and neighbor.





With deepest Sympathy and Love

To all of the Hayes children and grandchildren: Jon and I are so saddened to hear of your mom's passing. We both have such fond memories of her kindnesses to us. I will always remember her sparkling blue eyes and warm smile. Take comfort in knowing that she joins your dad,your Marty and our Marty in heaven. Our love and prayers go out to all of you. We know you will all miss her dearly.





All our love,


Jon and Mary LeBaron

It was a privilege to know Mrs. Hayes. A great, big heart and she could see right into my soul.





Condolences to her numerous and marvelous descendents, to her friends, to the whole world.

To the Hayes Family,






I was very sorry to hear about your Mother. She was a great neighbor to my parents on Fairfield. I enjoyed the times visiting them and sitting on their front porch and she would stop over and chat. And like I told her once, I still remember seeing your family at Mass at Fisher. I thought your Mom was the most beautiful woman at church. She has a great family and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.






Mary V (Scavone)Mearna






Paw Paw, Mi.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Dear Sue and the Hayes Family,









I know your Mom will be missed and St. John Fisher Parish has lost a wonderful Parishioner in your Mom.









She has always been about Faith and Family and children were her number one priority.









She has touched so many lives through the years and so many people have become better because of her.









Our thoughts and prayers are with you for the next couple of days as you say your good byes but take comfort in the fact that she will always be in your hearts.









Love,









Allan and Mary Ann Miller Castillo

She was a great lady and has a great family. She will be missed.

To the entire Hayes Family~


Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are to hear of your mother's passing. I had never imagined growing up, that one day, my former teacher would become my neighbor and someone that my entire family would love. When we moved to Arizona, your mother was one that we all deeply missed. My children, to this day, remember the "sucker lady" as she always had a tootsie pop for them---just like a grandmother always would. We still remember, appreciate, and cherish her visit when we moved. She will be in our hearts forever. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. She was a wonderful woman and had a tremendous love of life---especially when it came to her children and grandchildren. God Bless all of you. We wish we could be with you.


Jim, Michelle, Allison, Jimmy, and Katie Walsh

To the family of Mrs. Hayes. In 6th grade of St. John Fisher I learned how to be a better man because of Mrs Hayes. She instilled in me the first notion of self assurance. "Not to apologize for our strenghts but rather to use them and change the world as best we possibly could" was the lesson I was taught by this great lady. Thank you Mrs. Hayes...I carry your words with me now and forever. God Bless You and your family.


Danny Jacobsen