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Obituary For Hazel Clayton Hayes

Hazel Clayton Hayes of Tallahassee, Florida was born October 8, 1930, in Quincy, Florida to the late Carrie Buggs McCrae and Will Clayton. She transitioned from life to eternity September 17, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents Carrie Buggs McCray and Will Clayton, sister, Ruth Mae Brown, brother Robert Conrad, nephews: Jerome Drake Brown and Charles Edward Brown, niece, Carrie Mae Brown and cousin, Cora Allen.

Hazel received Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at an early age. Her favorite scripture is Psalm 23. She was a faithful member of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Tallahassee Florida where she served faithfully in many auxiliaries including the Stewardess Board. Her passion was the Lay Organization where she devoted most of her time.

Hazel graduated from Carter Paramore Academy in Quincy, Florida. She received an Associate of Arts degree from Edward Waters College, Bachelors of Science degree from Florida A&M University in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Reading from Michigan State University. She was an Elementary School Reading Specialist. She acquired over 40 years in teaching in Indian River County and Detroit Public School systems.

Hazel was very civic minded and gave willing voluntary service to the following: Neighborhood Sick Watch, District Lay Organization of A.M.E. Church, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Phi Delta Kappa and other organizations. Some of the many certificates and awards received: McCall Elementary School “World’s Best Teacher”, Zeta Phi Beta Volunteer of the Year, Congress of U. S. House of Representatives for Educational Leadership and Top Ladies of Distinction Award. She received from her beloved Bethel A.M.E. Church an Award for outstanding support and appreciation.

Left to cherish her precious memories are: daughter and son-in-law, Vicki Hayes(Eric) Seymour; son, Clyde Douglas Hayes, Jr.; great nephews, Antonio Brown, Jerome Lamar Brown; great nieces, Kenya Smith, Antoinette Smith and Goddaughter, Carol Cobb; cousin, Bertha McCray; The Hayes Family and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and loving relatives and friends. Special Friends: Marion Wooley and Bessie King, Callie Morgan (predeceased) and her golden brown, devoted dog Roy.

Funeral services for Hazel Clayton Hayes will convene on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Mount Zion AME Church in Vero Beach, FL beginning at 12:00pm. Burial will immediately follow in Gifford Cemetery.

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Guest Book

Hazel was my Sunday School Classmate at Bethel AME Church, Tallahassee Florida, Bible Class #1. I miss her presence terribly. My deepest condolence to her children and entire family and friends. Take your rest Hazel. Much Love and Peace.

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Vicki and Doug I pray that peace and comfort will enter into your lives during this most difficult period. It was a blessing knowing Ms Hayes and experiencing her giving trusting and loving nature. I have always had her in my heart from the years of great memories she allowed me to share with each of you. Detroit is a place that lives in my heart and always will because of Ma Hazel. I am saddened to hear of your loss. Joycelyn Moxey

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Vicki and Doug plead know that I'm praying for y'all in the lost of your sweet mother. I always enjoyed talking with her whenever we would meet. May God Bless and give y'all the strength to endure this loss. Indell Johnson

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Vicki and Doug, Your mother was dear to us. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you during this time. May God strengthen you and grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding. ❤️Mildred Gipson, Celia "Tammy", Cheryl, Karen and Louis and our families.

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Praise The Lord for the life and legacy of this Precious Woman of God! She will be greatly missed by our family where we shared many holidays and family gatherings in Tallahassee. Doug and Vicki Be Encouraged, JoAnn Taylor and the Williams Family🙏🏽

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Rest Peacefully in Heavenly Places Mrs. Hayes and May Our God of ALL Comfort Grant your Family,Friends, Church Family and Loved Ones His Everlasting Peace. Farewell for now and Blessings Always!!! Vivian D. Bryant and Family Vero Beach, FL and Nemiah and Teresa Bryant and Miah Loren Bryant Winston-Salem,NC

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Joyce Jennings and family

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Sending prayers and love to you and your family ❤️💖💞🌑🙏🙏🙏🙏.

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Vicki May God strengthen your family at this time Gail Riley

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Vicki` Please accept our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on your mother's death. I'm sure that her memory will forever live on in your hearts." Wonderful T. & Lois Monds Sr.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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