Karen Hayes

Karen was born on August 16th, 1956 in Bay City, MI to Rev. Roy and Gladys Hilton. Karen attended Assembly of God Church. She worked at numerous local industries. Her most important job was being a stay at home mom. Karen loved to have visitors. She made a point of making everyone laugh and smile. Karen enjoyed sewing, crafts, puzzles, keeping in touch with family and friends through Facebook. Her kindness and positive outlook will be missed.

Karen is survived by: her son, Aaron Hayes; sister, Sharon (Stephen) Kirkwood; brothers, Glen Hilton and Dale Hilton; sister-in-law, Sheryl Hayes; and many nieces and nephews.

Karen was preceded in death by: her parents, Rev. Roy and Gladys Hilton; husband, Larry Hayes; son, Thomas Hayes; step children, Carol, Michael, and Dennis Hayes; brother, Wayne (Paulette) Hilton; sister-in-law, Linda Hilton; brother-in-laws, Donald Hayes and Robert (Rosemary) Hayes; sister-in-law, Rose (Raymond) Mayette; brother-in-law, Mike Hayes; and sister-in-law, Linda Vickers.

Thank you to Senior Resources of West Michigan and Hospice of Holland. A special thank you to Joanna Calderon for your exceptional care and friendship.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakeshorememorial.com for the Hayes family.