"Dear Ellen, I was sadden to hear that John passed away. It is hard to believe that I just saw him a couple of weeks ago when my wife was in the hospital. My hopes and prayers go to you and I hope you find consolation in my rememberance. Peace, Bob "
In loving memory of
John M. Hayes
March 2, 1938 - September 9, 2012
John M. Hayes, 74, of Port Ewen, passed Sunday morning, September 9, 2012 at Kingston Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 2, 1938 in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY to the late Bartholomew and Anna Hayes.
He was a graduate of St. Agnes RC High School and had attended NYC Community College, Brooklyn
John served in the US Navy, from 1956 to 1960, attaining the rank of 2nd class Petty Officer, he served onthe USS Bushnell.
John worked for NYNEX for 30 years, he set up the 1st digital phone system in Manhattan, then systems in Tehran, Iran for 2 and ½ years. He retired as a 2nd line manager for the White Plains, NY area. After retiring he worked for H & R Block.
He was a communicant of Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary R.C. Church, Port Ewen, was a member of the West Shore Model Railroad Club and the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
He was the husband of Ellen M. Hayes, they wed on May 5, 1990. He is survived by his children, William Hayes and his wife Zulma, Maureen Justus and her husband James, John Patrick Hayes and his wife Tara, Paula Burns and her husband Christopher, Kathleen Hayes, brother David Hayes and his wife Bunny, sister Marilyn Danese and her husband John, brother Richard and his wife Deborah, grandchildren Justina, Gabrielle, Sean Patrick, Robert, Gillian, Meaghan, Talia, Jessica and Kerri, a brother in law Charles Pringle and his wife Sally, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his brother William Hayes.
Entrusted to the care of Eric Keyser, Keyser Funeral & Cremation Service, 216 Broadway, Port Ewen. Friends may call on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7- 9 pm at the funeral home. The procession will form on Thursday at 9:15 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m.at Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary R.C. Church. Burial with military honors at Montrepose Cemetery.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to American Heart Association, 301 Manchester Road, Suite 105, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 or American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852.
Light a candle in memory of John at www.KeyserFuneralService.com.
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"Only the fondest memories and good times with Uncle John. Still remember going over for dinner with Uncle Bart!!! My how time goes by! My condolences! "
"Our heartfelt condolences to the Hayes family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. "
"Bill & Family, Sorry for your loss and offer my condolences to all. Mike"
"Bill, JP & Kathleen - We are sorry for the loss of your Dad and pray for your comfort. Your Dad was special to me growing up and he was there for me when I needed a father. I will always cherish his presence and kind words. In our thoughts- BILL & LYNN"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with our cousins during this time. We have many very great memories of visiting the Hayes clan in Bay Ridge, and Floral Park, John's vice grip hand shake and kindness. One particular memory i have is of your father coming to my fathers aid and pointing out that you don't install BX cable by stapling through the wire, thus solving the short circuit issue during a home renovation project. John is one of the inspirations for me in joining the Nuclear Navy as an electrician. "Anchors Away" John. "Until we meet once more" Rest in peace! "
"My thoughts and Prayers go out to John's family and friends. I have great memories of family gatherings in NY. Heaven just got another Angel."
"Ellen, Maureen & Paula Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time."
"Dear Bill, John, and Kathleen,we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was truly a great man. I will never forget talking with your dad as a young boy and all the great advice he gave me as we all ventured out into the world. Rest in Peace Mr. Hayes, you will be greatly missed. Tom Johanson, and family "
"John will always be remembered as a loving man who devoted his life to helping anyone in need. Our love and sympathy reach out to his beloved wife Ellen, his children and grandchildren and entire faamily. God bless you, a true Irish getleman. Love and peace, Noreen, Eileem and Kaylee"