James N. “Jim” Hays, Sr., 67, of Wintersville died Sunday, February 8, 2009 at Dixon Health Care Center. He was born in Steubenville on February 27, 1941 a son of the late Albert and Naomi Borham Hays. Jim had attended Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church, Steubenville, was a lifetime member of the Wintersville Athletic Booster Club, 40 year member of Spring Hills Golf Club and was retired from Timet, where he was a roller. Preceded in death by brothers Robert, Jack, Gerry and William Hays; half-brothers Harold and Charles Hays. Jim is survived by his wife Helena “Bunny” Diekmann Hays; son James N. (Kim) Hays, Jr. of Altamonte Springs, FL; daughter Elizabeth (Nick) Spanovich of Sun City West, AZ; son Patrick Hays of Mesa, AZ; brothers Albert (Betty) Hays of Dublin, OH and Roger (Daria) Hays of Boca Raton, FL; grandchildren Nicole Spanovich of Pasadena, CA, Tyler and Sydney Hays, both of Altamonte Springs, FL; numerous friends and golfing buddies. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8p.m., where funeral services will be held on Friday, 10a.m. with Pastor Charles Shoe officiating.
09/03/2024
Marti
Oh my God Bunny, I didn't know...I am heartbroken. You two were truly my big bro and big sis, all through my life. I don't know what to say. You are in my heart and prayers. I will call you. Love, Marti
09/03/2024
Todd Bowman
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I have great memories of growing up, playing basketball or football with Jimmy at his house and his dad joining in whenever he could. To us kids, he was always ready to play! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
09/03/2024
Geoffrey Quillen
My sincere condolences to "Bunny" and her family. I often remember the good times that I had going to playoff games all over the state and to Browns' games with Jimmy and Joe Bethel and John Chapman. I will remember him as a man's man who enjoyed life.
09/03/2024
Curtus Hays
Dear Aunt Bunny, I was extremly saddened by Uncle Jim passing.I never even had a clue that he was sick. I guess I just thought that Uncle Jim would be around forever. he made such a wonderful impression on everyone he met. It's always hard dealing with but Uncle Jim is in a much better place and he's probably playing golf right now.I just wanted you you to know that I loved you Aunt Bunny and Uncle Jim as much as I loved my own parents and that my thoughts and prayers go out to you, Jim Bob, Elizabeth, and Patrick and their families. Uncle Jim touched everybodies heart who ever met him and that makes him a hero in my eyes. God bless you Aunt Bunny, you will always be in my heart, thoughts and prayers Love, Curtus,Rhonda and Megan Hays
09/03/2024
George & Ilene Hunt
Dear Bunny, We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. If God has a golf team we know that Jim will be a #1 player and if there is a euchre game going on he will be there and on the winning side. He will be missed and we will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. God bless you all and we wish we could be there in person to express our condolances but know that we share in your grief in his passing. Remember all the good times as we will do the same. Love you, George and Ilene
09/03/2024
Don & Dianna Vandeborne
Dear Bunny, Please know that you are in our prayers. We are visiting Don's brother in Florida or would be at the service. We thought so much of Jim and you but know that Jim is at peace now. What a great loss for all of us. You are a strong person and have been thru alot with Jim's illness but know he's in a better place. Love, Dianna & Don
09/03/2024
Dianna & Don Vandeborne
09/03/2024
Drew
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Bunny, Jimmy, Liz and Pat and to the other family members.
09/03/2024
LYNNHAYS TRAMMELL
TO MY AUNT BUNNY@FAMILY; ILOVE UNCLE JIM VERY MUCH I DID NOT KNOW HE WAS SICK.I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH UNCLEJIM AND DAD HAD ALOT OF FUN, SO REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES I WISH I CAN BE THERE WITH YOU.NOW UNCLEJIM UPIN HEVEN WITH HIS BROTHERS NOW AND HAVING FUN LAUGHING AND PLAYING JOKES. I LOVE YOU AND MY THOUGHT ARE WITH YOU AND UNCLE JIM WILL BE MISS ALOT AND I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM,LOVE LYNN GOD BLESS YOU
09/03/2024
Sheila Riffle
Bunny, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. If you need anything, please let me know.
09/03/2024
mary *molnar* glasure
Jim,Patrick... I am so sorry to hear the news of Your father's passing. Just know I have You each in my prayers and hope the healing comes quickly for You each. GodSpeed
09/03/2024
Susanne Curn Escobar M.D.
To The Hayes Family: I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing as he was one of my first husband's best friends, both on and off the football field and was at our home many times. Having gone through losing a husband and a Father, I want you to know that there are many of us out here who have gone through this pain you are feeling and on behalf of all of us who have suffered and understand your loss, I sincerely hope your sadness ends soon and only the happy memories remain.
09/03/2024
Burke D. Sullivan,Jr. Family
Dear Bunny&Family your loss is Heaven's gain, our prayers are with you at this time.Jim and you were a great couple .Judy and I enjoyed seeing you when we were all out eating. We all go back many wonderful years. In Christ's Love,Burke.
09/03/2024
The Savallo Family
To the Hays Family - Our deepest and sincere condolences to the entire family! Keep the Lord in your hearts and his memories alive in your hearts forever! We love you JB, Kimmie, Tyler & Sydney - safe travels and see you when you get back! Love, hugs & kisses, Jenny, Larry, Sam, Kim & LJ
09/03/2024
Charity Hospice
Bunny & Family, Our "Star Quarterback" has finally made that touchdown and is safely home. We, at Charity, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for allowing us to serve Jim and you during the last several months. What a special man and I know he will always be my "Main Squeeze". Please know that Jim has touched us all and how grateful we are to have known him. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers during this time and know you are forever in our hearts. We are here for you in anyway that you need us to be. Love and Prayers, Cathy Cich, JoJo, Anne, Debbie, Mary Ann, Nancy, Sherry, Martha, and all the staff at Charity Hospice
09/03/2024
Brent King
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a beloved husband and father. I knew Jim from playing in the Timet golf league for many years. He will be deeply missed. Brent King
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