Jess Willard Hayes's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2025 in Waverly, Tennessee

Jess Willard Hayes

June 23, 1937 - January 18, 2025 (87 years old)

Waverly, Tennessee

Jess Willard Hayes's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2025 in Waverly, Tennessee

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Jess Willard Hayes

June 23, 1937 - January 18, 2025 (87 years old)

Waverly, Tennessee

Jess Willard Hayes Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jess Willard Hayes of Waverly, Tennessee, who passed away on January 18, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jess Willard Hayes to pay them a last tribute.

As Jess Willard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Jess Willard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Jess Willard leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edgar James Hayes and Opal Laster Hayes; and his wife Ruthie Dale Rushing Hayes. He is survived by: his daughter Betsy Kay Hayes of Waverly, TN..

In addition to his professional achievements, Jess was a devoted member of the Waverly Masonic Lodge since 1972, embodying the principles of fraternity and charity.

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Spann Funeral Home & Cremation Services



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