John F. Hayes, 88, of Meriden, departed this life November 7, 2009. He was the widower of Lendoria Rodgers Hayes.
Born in Dillon, SC, September 8, 1921, he was a son of the late John and Pearle Hayes.
Prior to retiring, he was employed by Leo Keller Co. as a Meat Cutter. Mr. Hayes was a WWII Army veteran.
He leaves to cherish his memory, a daughter, Rosalie Hill; a brother, Stacey Hayes; three grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Robert, Jesse, Neil and James Hayes; and a sister, Agnes Paige.
A memorial service to celebrate Mr. Hayes' life and legacy will be held Saturday, November 14, 2009, at 2:00 P.M. at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven.
