Mr. Hayes was born on May 19, 1939 in Adamsville, Alabama the son of the late Luther Latham Hayes & Amy Estelle Collins. He is preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters.
He is a U.S. Army Veteran, retiring with over 20 years of service for his country. He received many medals during his time in service among those a Bronze Star Medal. And was given 5 medal awards.
He was a brother of the Phoenix Lodge # 8 in Fayetteville, NC and the Coharie Lodge # 379 in Clinton, NC
He is survived by: A son: Nathan Hayes of Fayetteville, NC
A Daughter: Stephanie Lynn Hayes Dimberg and (husband) Ian of Oakdale, Ca.
A Sister: Pat Hendrick of Ohio
Grandchildren: Regina JoAnne Hayes, Dayne Daniel Dimberg & Azella Taylor Dimberg
Great Grandchild: Kristina Lilly Underwood
The family will receive friends Monday from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at Cromartie Miller Funeral Home in Dunn. Prior to the service. A Graveside service will be held Monday, Jan. 7, 2019 at 12 Noon at Sandhills Veteran Cemetery with full Military Honors.
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Cromartie-Miller Funeral Home, 401 W. Cumberland Street, Dunn NC 28334.
