Geraldine Hayes
Died: Oct 9, 2016
Geraldine Hayes, 92, formerly of Tranquility, NJ and Blairstown, NJ passed away at St. Clares Hospital, Denville, NJ on Sunday, October 09, 2016. Born in Flagtown, NJ, Geraldine was the daughter of the late Willard & Leah Rupell Staats.
Geraldine retired many years ago as the cafeteria supervisor and manager of the Green Township School. In addition, she previously volunteered at the Newton Hospital for several years. She was a member of the Tranquility United Methodist Church, Tranquility, NJ and the United Methodist Woman Association.
Mrs. Hayes is survived by one son, Kenneth of Newton, NJ. Two daughters, Leah E. Kiernan of Flanders, NJ and Peggy L. Patton of Hope, NJ. She is also survived by eight beautiful Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren. Geraldine was predeceased by her loving husband, Kenneth William Hayes.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. The funeral service will begin at noon at the funeral home. Interment will take place at the Tranquility Cemetery, Tranquility, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tranquility United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.cochranfuneral.com.
Condolences:
Susanne
#8
October 14th, 2016 9:51 am
Sending warm condolences to her wonderful family. I am forever grateful for being a small part of Geri's care as one of her nurses. I will miss our weekly talks and her warm smile. Geri reminded me weekly why I became a nurse in the first place.
"Jay" 'n Jerry Labar
#7
October 13th, 2016 9:08 am
We are sorry to hear of "Jerry's" passing from this life into Eternal Life with our Lord and Savior. We met Jerry and Ken many years ago while working with the Methodist churches in the area. They were both a delight. We have a wishing well made by Ken many years ago. May God give you strength, hope and courage for the coming days.
Jim and Nadine Staats
#6
October 12th, 2016 8:53 am
Leah , Peggy , Kenny our prayers and tought are with you love Jim and Nadine
Kathy Kenny
#5
October 11th, 2016 8:16 pm
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Keeping you all close to my heart.
Traci Chervenack
#4
October 11th, 2016 11:36 am
Geri was one of those residents that you never forget! Her kindness for others shown through her words and actions! I had the privilege of being Geri's nurse for the time that she lived at Paragon and her kind heart and soul will be remembered always along with her companion cat, Muffy!!! God Bless You Geri and thank you for making a long lasting impression in my heart!!!
Alana Pipher
#3
October 10th, 2016 7:36 pm
Leah, Peggy,and Kenny, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful person, aways good to me and my family.can't be there Thursday but will be praying with all of you. with sympathy, Alana
Lislene Macedo
#2
October 10th, 2016 5:34 pm
Thinking of all of you. It a lost for us at Paragon Village too.
roh tongol
#1
October 10th, 2016 9:13 am
i want to say how deeply sorry for the whole family my thoughts is with you. gerry hayse is a good friend and a resident and she's like my second mom. my heart is broken and filled with tears. gerry wherever you are i know your in the good hands of our good lord. we in bentley commons at paragon village your second home we will surely miss you.
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