Obituaries:  Louise Hayes, Sabine Parish       H-200
Source:  Sabine Index, Many, La., Mar 12, 1997
Submitted by: Carl Dilbeck
              carlrad@earthlink.net


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Louise Hayes (Photo)

  The life of Louise Hayes of Many, was remembered as one of
strong faith, deep and abiding love for her family, friends, and
most of all, her God.

  Funeral services were conducted at the Warren Meadows Funeral
Chapel in Many, Friday, March 7, at 11 a.m. Burial followed in
the Many Cemetery, under the direction of the Warren Meadows
Funeral Home.

  The Rev. John Koelemay, pastor of Prospect United Methodist
Church of Florien, and the Rev. Hulen Warren Jr., pastor of the
First United Methodist Church of Many, officiated at the
services.

  Pallbearers were Allen Isgitt, Charles Enterkin, James
Alexander, Ronnie Posey, Chris Posey, Stacey Posey, Mike
McCormic, and Pat McCormic. Honorary pallbearers were I. D.
Bostian, Joe Luster, Jim Lyon, Bob Clark, and Bill Creed.

  Special music was provided by Richard Lehr, who sang "Until
Then", accompanied by Grace Kelsey on the piano.

  Favorite scriptures from Matthew, and other Bible passages were
shared, and those attending, joined together in the singing of
her favorite hymns, "Amazing Grace", and "In the Garden".

  The Rev. Koelemay, who was her church pastor many years ago,
delivered an inspirational message, highlighted with some of her
best poetry. Laughter and tears were the results, as everyone
recalled her wit and loving ways.

  In essence, she penned much of her own service by providing her
writings and favorite passages for the ministers to utilize.

  Survivors include one son, Samuel Brian Hayes and his wife Faith
of Kempner, Texas; one daughter, Sarah House and husband Jim of
Zwolle; three sisters, Jane Sanford of Houston, Texas, Lorena Mae
McDuffie of Ben Wheeler, Texas, and Tommie Jean Williams of
Grants, New Mexico; one brother, E. W. Dailey of Mansfield; eight
grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and a host of nieces,
nephews, and friends.

  Louise Hayes was a faithful Christian woman, who lived a rich
life, and set a wonderful example for others to follow.

  Born in 1910, in Fisher, to Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Dally, she was
one of seven children. Her childhood was fondly remembered as one
"where everybody knew everybody."

  She graduated from Fisher High in 1927.

  In 1936, she married her childhood friend, Sam B. Hayes, and
they built a happy life together in Many, where he was employed
with the U.S. Postal Service.

  A member of the First United Methodist Church of Many for over
78 years, she was a faithful follower. She led by example,
leading a simple life, and always calling on the Lord during
trials and tribulations.

  Known as Aunt Lou to some, as Grandma Louise to others, she was
a strong lady, who willingly lent an ear to the troubled and
silently offered prayers for her family and friends. There was
never any doubt that she had a direct line to Heaven.

  Poetry was one of her greatest loves, and in 1994, her children
gathered her poems, and had them bound in a book, which was sold
locally.

  Humorous, creative, thought provoking, Louise's poetry broached
various subjects, many of which were scratched on old napkins or
pieces of paper. Her works have been cherished by many.

  Poor health caused her to move to Toledo Nursing Center in
Zwolle last July, although she lived alone since the death of her
husband Sam in 1990.

  Two recent hospital stays marked the end of her life, and she
died in Sabine Medical Center, Tuesday, March 4.