Always enjoyed a call from Keith, "Paul hold on",  a moment of silence, gave him time to get the amp turned up, he would start strumming on one of his many favorite guitars with a little vocal added, could have been Willie Nelson? Jonny Cash?  Or Happy Birthday that he had pegged.  He loved his music and of course he gave me a chance to guess what song he was sharing. Keith had friends every where he went and always shared a friendly conversation with who ever he came across.  Keith and I had  in deference opinions politically and shared our own views always finishing with a hand shake or a hug and a mutual respect. Always shared his family with golf photos and just a good morning. Loves his family. I truly miss you Keith.

Keith was a real man's man. He spoke his mind and was always mindful of others with respect for their thoughts. In our golf group we often spoke about politics which mostly ended in like thinking comments about right and wrong. Over the years I really came to respect Keith for his straight forward approach to speaking his mind and his deep kindness and love for his family and his friends. Keith will truly be missed by all who knew him. I also remember asking Keith if he knew the Lord and his comment was he absolutely knew and had a relationship with Jesus.  Keith is in good hands!  

George Phillips

Keith was my best neighbor next door. We chatted almost daily and shared all the news. I still hear his voice and miss him very much. My husband passed 2 years ago for which he and Keith were partners in crime and best buds. Thank you Keith for being a great part of our lives you are grand and very much missed. My heart ♥️ hugs you.

During the most difficult times in our life, a couple of years ago, Kieth stepped up and was there to help. It’s so special that we are at the same place at Parkfield to give Kieth a sendoff to heaven. He will be missed but the fun memories and laughter will be held here in our hearts. Condolences to Christine and her family.

The Wednesday golf group were on the first tee at Paso Robles Golf Club.  As usual, Keith was the first one to tee off (because of his lack of patience), and he had on a brand new pair of bright red tennis shoes, which he was very proud of and showed them to the entire group of 8.  Keith took a mighty swing, which was normal for Keith. His feet slipped on the ground, he lost his balance and landed flat on his back. It took the rest of us about 15 minutes to stop laughing. Meantime, Keith went back to his car and changed his shoes. We haven’t seen the shoes since🥰

One day Keith was teeing off on Hole #7 with all the Wednesday golfers. Keith hit his drive pretty well however it struck a pine tree that was about 30 yards from the tee. Keith’s golf ball came back towards the tee and rolled through his legs. His second shot was further away from the hole than when he started. We were all laughing so hard we almost couldn’t finish the round. And as always Keith laughed the longest and hardest.

OBITUARY

Keith Edwin Hayes

15 October, 1951 – 16 May, 2024

Kuehl-Nicolay Funeral Home

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