In loving memory of

Glenda R. Hays
February 8, 1933 - March 24, 2017

Glenda Rogers Hays age 84, of Knoxville passed away on March 24, 2017. Glenda was an amazing Wife, Mother and Grandmother.  A 1951 graduate of Knox High School, she worked for the phone company, and Knox County School system as a cafeteria worker. She was a member of Bookwalter United Methodist Church. Her greatest enjoyment came from spending time with her family, especially the times on the houseboat at Norris Lake and camping in Pigeon Forge.

Glenda was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Lucille Rogers and brothers, Jimmy and Joe Rogers. She is survived and will be deeply missed by her devoted husband of almost 65 years Jack Hays; children, Dean, Sandy and Brad and wife Shari ; grandchildren, Kory, Rachel, Jennifer and Austin; and sister Margaret Cruze.

A Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, April 1st at 5pm at Bookwalter United Methodist Church 4218 Central Avenue Pike, Knoxville, TN 37912. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the church. Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel and Crematory is honored to serve the Hays family and invites you to view and sign their online guestbook below.

Tributes

Virginia J "Ginger" House wrote on Feb 16, 2018:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Virginia J "Ginger" House CWA 3808, Nashville, TN."

loretta c robertson wrote on Mar 31, 2017:

"Sorry fo your loss. Glenda was a sweet lady."

Dennis and Phyllis Day wrote on Mar 31, 2017:

"Jack we are sorry to hear about Glenda. We will keep you in our prayers. Dennis and Phyllis Day. Norris"

Ralph and Darlene Begley wrote on Mar 30, 2017:

"Glenda was a very good friend and neighbor. She will always be remembered as a wonderful wife to Jack, wonderful mother to her children and sweet, sweet, loving friend to Ralph and me. You will be missed girlfriend. We know you are in Heaven now, but we will miss you terribly. Jack, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless all of you with precious memories of Glenda and knowing that she is with him in Heaven and now without pain."

Geri Payne wrote on Mar 30, 2017:

"Jack, I am so sorry to hear that your precious wife has passed away. I pray that you and your family find peace in God's loving arms in the days to come. Geri Payne (Linginfelter)"

Janice Stewart wrote on Mar 30, 2017:

"Jack and family, Glenda was such a sweet friend . We were friends in school along with my sister Charlotte and Pearl Gilbert and then we worked together. You were a very handsome couple and fun to be around. I am so sorry for your loss."

Steve and Royette Swafford wrote on Mar 30, 2017:

"Jack and Family, Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family."

Pat Swafford wrote on Mar 29, 2017:

"Thinking of you and your family."

Grace and Roger Phillips wrote on Mar 28, 2017:

"Jack, My heart goes out to you and your family in the loss of your beloved Glenda. I pray that the Lord will comfort you all at this time as only He can. So sorry that I cannot be at the Celebration of Life on Saturday, but I will be out of town. May God bless you all. Grace Phillips"

Karen Evans Shea wrote on Mar 28, 2017:

"I have so many happy memories of my Aunt Glenda. My mother loved her so much and appreciated all that she did for us when my father was in Vietnam. I will never forget how funny and loving she always was! Aunt Glenda is a special part of my life and she will always be in my heart.My love and hugs to Uncle Jack, Dean, Sandy, Brad and family."

Marjorie and Bill Hill wrote on Mar 28, 2017:

"Jack, we were so sorry to hear of Glenda's death. We always enjoyed seeing you two at the High School reunions. She was so full of memories at the 65th reunion and so enjoyed being there. She will be missed. We will keep you and the family in our thoughts and prayers."

Fred Beeler wrote on Mar 27, 2017:

"Brad....Sorry to hear about your Mom....Thinking of you and your Family..Call if you need anything.....Fred and Connie Beeler"

Ed Naill wrote on Mar 27, 2017:

"Jack and Family We are so sorry to hear the passing of your loved one. Please know God will be with you every step of the way,and when you need him he will be there,to heal your hearts. Sincerely Ed and Alverna Naill"

Charles E. Spickard wrote on Mar 27, 2017:

"With condolences and prayer."

Moses & Billie Moore wrote on Mar 27, 2017:

"Jack, We were so sorry to hear about your wife's passing. We will be praying for your family as you go through her funeral and after. She is in a must better place."

Nancy & Lee Barbee wrote on Mar 27, 2017:

"I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers."

Sue Stewart wrote on Mar 27, 2017:

"Glenda was such a sweet person. She will be sadly missed. I will always remember what a fun couple she and Jack were to be around. Jack, all your retired friends are sending thoughts and prayers for comfort. Just try to remember the good times and let those sweet memories help heal the hurt and loss."