Martha Ann Hayes, 84 of Columbia passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at the Neighborhoods. A private family graveside service was conducted.
Martha was born March 7, 1935 the daughter of Harry Coleman and Maggie (Warren) Coleman. She was a proud graduate of Frederick Douglass High School. For many years she was employed by Toastmasters. Martha enjoyed playing the guitar and keyboard. She was artistic and enjoyed drawing. She was a gifted gardener. She always enjoyed time spent with her family, especially the outings in the park.
Martha was the last of her generation. She was preceded in death by her siblings: Harold Coleman; Bob Coleman; Marthanel Coleman; William Coleman; James Coleman and Francelle Coleman-Hickam. Martha was also preceded in death by two step children; Wallace Louis Allen; Dennis McTye; and one grandson: Chase O’Neal Hayes.
She is survived by her children: Jewell Arron Hayes; Marsha Denise Hayes; Craig Dale Hayes; Judy Ann Hayes; Carlos Henry Allen; Michael McTye; Robert McTye; 18 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren