Helen Lynn Hays

Feb 7th, 1951 - Apr 16th, 2015
3 Guests

Service:

Egyptian Memorial Gardens

Tue, Apr. 21st, 2015 1:00 PM

Burial:

Eguptian Memorial Gardens

Tue, Apr. 21st, 2015 1:00 PM

Herrin- Helen Lynn Hays, age 63, of Herrin, passed away at 3:00am on Thursday, April 16, 2015, at Herrin Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Helen was born in Herrin on February 7, 1951, the daughter of Bill J. and Geraldine (Berry) Hays. After graduating from Herrin High School in 1969, she studied journalism at Columbia University, where she served as editor of the campus newspaper.

Survivors include her mother- Geraldine Hays of Herrin

Brother- John Riley Hays of Cape Girardeau, MO

Nephew- David (Carla) Hays of Herrin

Nephew- Max Hays of Cape Girardeau, MO

Niece- Chloe Hays of Cape Girardeau

Great Nephew- Nick Hays of Herrin

Special Cousin- Jim (Mona) Owsley of Herrin

She was preceded in death by her father and one brother- James Okley “J.O.” Hays.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00pm on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Egyptian Memorial Gardens in Energy. Family and friends are asked to gather directly at the cemetery. Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is assisting the family with arrangements.

 

3 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Bonnie Reagan Walker

    From: Nashville, Tennessee

    Date: April 17, 2015

    Deep condolences to the Hays and Berry families. May Helen’s good nature, great sense of humor, and abiding love for family and friends comfort you and remain in your hearts forever. She was a loyal and generous life-long friend to me.

  • Guest: Karen Kane

    From: New York, New York

    Date: April 20, 2015

    My deep condolences to her family and friends. She was a perfectionist in her riding, her music, and personal style. My family keeps you, Gerry, in our thoughts.

  • Guest: Wendy Kane and family

    From: Northampton, Massachusetts

    Date: April 21, 2015

    I was so very sorry to hear of Helen Lynn. My recollections of her were always of her sweet enthusiasm for life. My sincere condolences to Gerry and all the Hayes family.