Carolyn L. Hayes, 84, of Peoria, passed away at 7:35 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Carolyn was born in Lincoln on December 18, 1924, a daughter of Thomas A. and Ruth A. (Barry) Barry. She married Daniel W. Hayes in Peoria in 1960. He preceded her in death on July 19, 1972. Her eldest son, Barry Chase, also preceded her in death. She was formerly married to Cleo Alan Chase.
She is survived by her sons, Brian (Heather) Chase of Peoria, Bernard Chase, Sr. of Spring Bay and Bennett (Susan) Hayes of Brimfield; daughter-in-law, Karen Chase of Peoria; eight grandchildren; six great grand children; cousin, Ronnie Engel of Springfield; and companion, Cliff Roehm of Peoria.
Carolyn graduated from Woodruff High School in Peoria and formerly attended the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Peoria.
She was the former owner and operator, from 1974 to 1979, of the Zodiac Lounge in Peoria. She was formerly employed at Caterpillar, Standard Oil and as an Avon representative.
She enjoyed sewing, making ceramics, playing cards and watching the Chicago Cubs. Carolyn loved the holidays and spending time with all of her family and friends. She especially adored her boys, her St. Sharbel family and Cliff.
Her funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at St. Sharbel Catholic Church in Peoria, with Fr. Faouzi Elia as celebrant. Visitation will be one hour prior to the Mass at St. Sharbel. Interment will be at Parkview Cemetery in Peoria. Memorial contributions may be made in Carolyn's memory to the St. Sharbel Phase II Saints and Sinners.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clary Funeral Home in Peoria.
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I love you and hopefully we'll all be together someday. You were such a good Mom. I'm sure you are helping BJ and everybody , Love you and miss you , tell Grandma and Dad hi xo.
| Janell Bushong |
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July 7, 2009 |
To the Chase Family - I am deeply saddened for you by the loss of your mother. I know this is an extremely difficult time for all of you. When you loose your mom, a part of your world seems so empty. Although I couldn't attend today, my thoughts and prayers were with you. Keep her memories strong. She will remain in your hearts forever. I'm sure she was very proud of her family and loved all of you unconditionally. You have my deepest sympathy.
| Judy Shore |
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July 5, 2009 |
To the Family of Carolyn,
Our deepest sympathy. Carolyn was a very sweet lady. I will miss her and her frequent emails. I hadn't seen Carolyn for several years but had kept in contact through email. We are thinking of you all.
Judy Shore
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