James J. Hayes
James “Jimmy” Hayes passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at the age of 52. Beloved son of James “Russ” Hayes and the late Marjorie J. Hayes of Milton, Massachusetts. Brother to Jean Hayes of Hull, Mass.; Noreen Earner and husband Martin of Milton, Mass.; Patricia “Patsy” Sullivan and husband John of Milton, Mass.; Kathleen Murphy and husband Richard of Hanover, Mass.; Sean Hayes and wife Roseann of Marshfield, Mass.; Carol Hayes of Brooklyn, New York. Adoring Uncle of Maggie, Michael, Mikaela, Chloe, Alexander, Joseph, Keira, and Matty. Deeply loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Jimmy grew up in Milton, Mass. He graduated from Don Bosco High School in 1981. He then went on to Mass. Maritime Academy where he received a Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering. He also attended Wentworth Institute for additional training.He worked as a stationary engineer at the Faulkner Hospital and was previously employed by the Plymouth Rubber Company of Canton, Mass.
In his early years, Jimmy was involved in many sports and went on to play rugby in college. He enjoyed golf (on his good days), earned a black belt in Kenpo Karate, and was an avid fan of the New England sports teams.
His boundless energy, sense of humor, warm heart, infectious laugh, generous spirit, and his uncanny ability to tell the most memorable, descriptive stories with vivid detail, will be missed by all.
Visiting Hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, Milton, Mass., Sunday, January 17, 2016 from 2-6:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Agatha Church Milton, Mass. on Monday, January 18, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS, 66675.
Guestbook Entries
Dear Mr Hayes
Joan and I want to extend our deep and sincere sympathy to you and all your family, on the passing of your beloved son Jimmy. Jimmy was a very good friend of our son John at M M A and during that time he also became our friend too. He payed us many a visit after M M A, and needless to say, he always made us laugh, with his quick wit and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by all those fortunate enough to know and love him. Unfortunately it is said “Grief is the price we pay for love” May he Rest in Peace, in the presence of God. Love Joan and Dominick Prendergast
Noreen, I’m very sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. May God help you through the difficult time. Much love..
Allison and Family
To all of the Hayes family – from my days growing up in Milton thru my years at MMA with Jimmy – he was a good man and always made people smile. My most sincere sympathies to all of you. My thoughts are with you and yours
Sincerely
Bob “Pez” Perry
– Jimmy always called me Pez even 20 years after Milton
To all of the Hayes family-I am so terribly sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Jimmy was a great person and always so much fun to be around. I had recently spent time with Jimmy at our 30th MMA class Reunion and of course there was much laughter. May the fond memories of Jimmy comfort you all.
Warmest Regards,
Bruce Atwood
To Uncle Russ and all my Hayes “cousins”. I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Jimmy. My sincere condolences and prayers for you all. – Mary
Dear Russ,
Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love to all Helen and Pat
Dear Russ: My deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss. Scott and Jimmy were at MMA together and Scott always said what a great sense of humor he had. May your many memories bring you comfort at this most difficult time.
Love, Marnie
MY condolences to jim’s family and friends.I’ve had the opportunity to work with Jim for many years as a outside vendor at the Faulkner hospital. A good man.He will be missed,Never forgotten.
I am very saddened to learn of Jim’s passing. I am a former neighbor and always had the best “Patriots” conversations with him. He was a kind and very friendly man. May his warm memory always guide your grief journey with peace and comfort. My sincere condolences.
Joseph Moya
My Condolences to Jims family. I only know Jim from work and just visited him once a month but enjoyed his company very much, some great conversations. He’ll be missed very much. Rest In Peace.
Dear Hayes Family – oh what to say – this thought comes to mind – that death is not the final goodbye, but a temporary separation, an “until we meet again” in a more perfect and happy place. May memories of Jimmy comfort you and time ease the sorrow until one day you and Jimmy meet again. We will miss him dearly. We loved him so – with sad hearts and deepest sympathy – the “sisters” – Susie and Elle Regele
To all of the Hayes family.- I am also so terribly sorry for your loss. As the owner of Beale Street News, I very much enjoyed Jim coming in my store. Among many things, I will mostly miss our dialogue about the Pats. Between myself and Jim we had all the answers.
To Patsy and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Hayes family, I’m so sorry for your loss.
I feel blessed to be able to work alongside with Jim at 2 different jobs over the past 25 years,at Plymouth RubberCo. and the Faulkner Hospital ,it was like we never separated, a good friend that was always there for you,We will miss and never forget you!
Dear Carol and family ,
I am so sorry for the loss of Jimmy. He was a great guy , and he will be greatly missed.
To the Hayes family,
My most sincere sympathy. Words cannot express the sadness of the sudden loss. What I remember of Jimmy, the few times I met him, was that he was really funny, sweet and a warm-hearted soul. I feel your pain and extend my deepest condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincerest condolences to the Hayes Family. Jimmy was my best friend. We spent many days together laughing, singing, and busting each others chops. Jimmy was at all of my family events and knew almost my entire family. I can’t imagine a good time that does not include him. Our favorite past time was singing bad seventies songs introducing melody where there was previously none. We have had endless laughs over the years and had a special bond so that we could just exchange a look and start laughing about some secret joke while others were left wondering what was wrong with us. We really were like to little kids just having fun. I will kept him in my heart and he will be remembered fondly where ever people will gather. As Elton John kind of said “Little Jimmy, you’ve got so much love…Little Jimmy” Love you Jim.
Dear Carol and Family
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your brother Jimmy.
You have a wonderful family and know they will give much comfort to one another at this sad time. As we are away, we were unable to attend his wake and funeral but be assured Jimmy and your family are in our prayers. Paul and Lynne Dolan