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Nancy Hayes

1952 - 2017

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

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Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - Dyer

2121 Pleasant Springs Lane

Dyer, Indiana

Nancy Hayes Obituary

Hayes, Nancy A. (nee Schiller) Age 64, of Schererville, IN, formerly of Lynwood and Roseland, IL, passed away peacefully Monday, January 16, 2017. Beloved wife of George T. Hayes; devoted mother of Melissa (James) Mangrum, and the late Michael Hayes; proud grandmother of Will and Charlie; dear sister of Fred (Val Jones) Schiller, and the late Marcia Schiller. Memorial visitation Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt. 30 & Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN 46311. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Muscular Dystrophy Association or American Cancer Society greatly appreciated. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2017.

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January 28, 2017

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

January 21, 2017

George,
Art just called me about Nancy. We are all so sorry. I wish I would have heard sooner. We all offer our condolences.
John, Jeanie, Art, Maryanne

Jill and bill fecht

January 20, 2017

George,
I am so sorry to hear about Nancy's passing. We are praying for you and Melissa as you grieve and hopefully remember the joy she filled your life with.
-cousin Jill

jan predl

January 20, 2017

So sorry about Nancy & so sad we were never closer, I wish her peace in heaven. Jan predl, maiden name jan schiller

Jennifer Holt

January 18, 2017

George and Melissa, I can't put into words how sorry I am for your loss. Mama Nancy was one of the most caring, kindest and loving person I have ever been lucky enough to have in my life. Heaven has truly gained an angel, Sending all my love and prayers!!

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Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - Dyer

2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN 46311

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Memorial service

12:00 p.m.

Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - Dyer

2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN 46311

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