Bruce Allen Hayes
April 25, 1958 ~ August 7, 2020
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ROCKY MOUNT - Bruce Allen Hayes, age 62, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020. Born in Xenia, OH, on April 25, 1958, he was the son of the late Ross Hayes and Patricia Louden Hayes. He was also preceded in death by his son, Anthony Bruce Hayes and his grandmother, Mae Hayes.
Bruce was a well-respected engineer for over 30 years. He worked in various pharmaceutical companies, including Abbott Laboratories and GSK US. He retired from GSK US. He loved spending time at the beach with his family and enjoyed many hobbies which included working in the yard; he was very laid back as he worked on various projects and enjoyed bird watching. He created wonderful memories for his family, as he was an awesome cook. Bruce was a loving husband, father, grandfather and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him, but his loving spirit will never be forgotten as he was everything to his family.
Bruce leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 26 years, Deborah "Debbie" Harper Hayes; son, Michael Thomas Frazier and his wife, Tiffany of Rocky Mount. He is also survived by grandchildren, Hannah Nichole Frazier and Haley Brooke Frazier; brothers, Dave, Michael, Todd, Curtis and Chris Hayes.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Father Tim Meares celebrating. Burial will follow the Mass at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Flowers are welcome or the family would appreciate memorials made to Nash UNC Health Care Systems - Hospice, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tuesday 8/11, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Wednesday 8/12, 11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Burial will follow the Mass at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Mass
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
331 Hammond Street
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 8/12, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Father Tim Meares celebrating.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Debbie, Michael and Tiffany please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bruce will truly be missed by all who knew him. He had a way of making you smile when things were hectic. Bruce was kind and quiet, so much so that his jokes and funny remarks would catch you off guard but you couldn’t help but to laugh! Thank you all for sharing him with the GSK family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a great co-worker and always put others before himself. I know you will miss him dearly and I will be praying that the Lord will give you comfort and peace. Cherish the memories!
Debbie I just want you to know that I really enjoyed working with Bruce. I was lucky enough to work with him at Abbott and GSK. He was so nice to everyone. I learned so much from him. I will never forget how he was so willing to help whenever we needed him. It didn’t matter how many times we had to call him back to come help us figure out what was going on with the equipment. He never had an attitude. He will truly be missed. You will definitely continue to be in my prayers. Love ya. Terri
Thanks for the memories Bruce. Have enjoyed working with you and having a cold beer together. Will surely miss the smile you almost always seemed to have, no matter what. The world is a darker place now without you. You will be missed by so many. My deepest sympathies for Bruce’s family and friends.
You will be greatly missed. Your GSK Family
Debra, was so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Bruce always had a smile on his face at work. It was a pleasure to call him a co-worker. May God Bless You and Your Family. Kirby and Barbara Dupree
I’m so sorry I couldn’t be there today. I have such fond memories of Uncle Bruce from over the years. My prayer group honored him upon his passing, he will always be remembered.
My deepest sympathy and condolences to family. Sorry to hear of Bruce transitioning. May God be with you and the Family.
In memory of Bruce Allen Hayes, Lisa Abrevaya lit a candle
Beautiful video! He had a happy life and lovely family. My heart and prayers are with you all! Thanks for sharing this. I haven’t seen Bruce since high school but this makes me remember his kindness.
Rest In Peace my friend!