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William B. “Pa” Hayes

By Joshua Smith

Bergen-William B. “Pa” Hayes passed away peacefully on July 11, 2017 at Highland Hospital in Rochester.  He was 93 years old. 

Mr. Hayes was born February 4, 1924 in Rochester, a son of the late Randsford and Mary (Baird) Hayes.

William is predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy (Hargrave) Hayes; and his daughter-in-law, Denise Dugan.

Pa, as he was affectionately known was an avid outdoorsman.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and vegetable gardening.

He is survived by his children, Vickie (Tom) Turner, Alan (Amy) Hayes, Brian Dugan, and Daniel Dugan; 12 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to William’s caretaker and friend, Kathleen Mayne and dear friend, Bill Privet for their caring devotion. 

Please join the family in a celebration of Pa’s life from 12-4 p.m. on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Conservation Club of Brockport, 291 Ladue Rd., Brockport.  Please respond by August 1st if you plan to attend by visiting www.bataviafuneralhomes.com or by calling 585-494-1609.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Pa’s name may be made to the Bergen Rod & Gun Club, 6410 N. Lake Rd., Bergen, NY 14416.  Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Bergen. 

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