TITLE: In memory of Kenneth James Hayes.

SUMMARY: In memory of Kenneth James Hayes.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Kenneth James Hayes of Cross Roads on November 6, 2018, at the age of 60; and WHEREAS, Ken Hayes was born to Olene Thomas and Kermitt Hayes on August 9, 1958, in Dallas; a graduate of Henderson County Junior College, he spent his early career working for the Texas Utilities Mining Company in Fairfield, and he went on to find further success building houses for Hayes & Company Custom Homes; and WHEREAS, Active in his community, Mr. Hayes worked to improve the lives of Henderson County residents through his role as the commissioner for Precinct 1, and he also served as a member of the National Soil and Water Conservation Board and as president of the Post Oak Cemetery Association; moreover, he was a valued congregant of First Baptist Church in Malakoff; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hayes shared a rewarding family life with his wife, Joyce, and his children, Kristi, Josh, Jenni, and Katie, and he took great pride in his 10 grandchildren, Megan, Allie, Kyler, Paige, Kinleigh, Loden, Lukas, Seth, Ady, and Jace; in his leisure time, he enjoyed ranching and trail riding with his friends; and WHEREAS, Ken Hayes was a devoted family man and a significant asset to his community, and his commitment to his loved ones and to his fellow citizens will be remembered and admired for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Kenneth James Hayes and extend sincere sympathy to his family and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ken Hayes. Bell of Kaufman Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 285 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 18, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House