Leroy Raymond Hayes
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 19 Jun 1929 - Webster City, Hamilton, Iowa, United States
Christening:
Death: 19 Mar 2025 - Urbandale, Polk, Iowa, United States ( at age 95)
Burial: in Masonic Cemetery, Des Moines, Polk, Iowa, USA
Cause of Death:
Find A Grave ID: 280979901
Events
• Residence: Sep 2011, Urbandale.
Parents
Father: Warren Lester Hayes {Find A Grave ID: 93345577}
Mother: Blanche Henrietta Nelson {Find A Grave ID: 93345543}
Spouses and Children
1. *Karen Lee WarmanFind A Grave ID: 213031011
Marriage: 15 Sep 1956 - Freeborn, Freeborn, Minnesota, United States
Marriage Notes
Per Minnesota, U.S., Marriages from the Minnesota Official Marriage System, 1850-2019
Name:Leroy Raymond Hayes
Marriage Date:15 Sep 1956
Marriage Place:Freeborn, Minnesota, USA
Spouse:
Karen Lee Warman
Certificate Number:BK Z PAGE 377
Children:
1. Julie Le Rae Hayes {Find A Grave ID: 160758295}
Notes
General:
Per Iowa, U.S., Births (series) 1880-1904, 1921-1944 and Delayed Births (series), 1856-1940
Name:Leroy Raymond Hayes
Gender:Male
Birth Date:19 Jun 1929
Birth Place: St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital, Webster City, Hamilton, Iowa, USA
Legitimacy:Y
Father: Warren Lester Hayes, white, 29, residence Webster City, Iowa, birthplace illinois, occupation farmer
Mother: Blanche Henrietta Nelson, white, 24, residence Webster City, Iowa, birthplace Duncombe, Iowa, occupation housewife
Certificate Number:69
Per 1930 US Census: 4/8/1930, Freemont Township, Hamilton County, Iowa
Warren F. Hayes is the 30 year old white male head of household, born in Illinois, his father in Indiana, his mother in Illinois. A farmer on a general farm, he is not a veteran, and he rents his home. When he was 25 he married then 19 year old Blanch H. Hayes, now 24 years old. Blanch was born in Iowa, her father in Denmark, her mother in Illinois. They have 4 sons, all born in Iowa: Harlon L. Hayes, 3 years 11 months old; Clifford Hayes, 3 years 1 month old; Robert Hayes, 2 years 2 months old; and LeRoy Hayes, 10 months old. Living with the family is Warren's brother, Edward E. Hayes, 24 and single, born in Illinois, a farm laborer on a general farm, he is not a veteran.
Per 1940 US Census: 4/2/1940, Freemont, Hamilton, Ohio
W. L. Hayes is the 40 year old white male head of household, born in Illinois. He and his family lived in the same house in 1935. Educated through 8th grade, he works as a farmer on his own farm, rents his home for $10 a month, and in 52 weeks work in 1939 earned no wages, but had other income over $50. His wife is 33 year old Blanche H. Hayes, born in Iowa, educated through 8th grade. Their chidren are: Harlan Hayes, 14 year old son, attends school, finished 8th grade; Clifford Hayes, 13 year old son, attends school, finished 8th grade; Robert Hayes, 12 year old son, attends school, finished 5th grade; LeRoy Hayes, 10 year old son, attends school, finished 5th grade; Roger Hayes, 8 year old son, attends school, finished 2nd grade; Russell Hayes, 7 year old son, attends school, finished 1st grade; Gary Hayes, 4 year old son; Eugene Hayes, 2 month old son. All the children were born in Iowa. Living with the family is W. L.'s brother, 36 year old Edward E. Hayes, born in Illinois. Edward lived in the same house with the family in 1935. Educated through the 8th grade, he works as a farm hand on the farm, and in 52 weeks work in 1939 earned $600, plus more than $50 other income. In the last week of March 1940, he worked 60 hours.
Per U.S., Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 1
Name:Leroy R Hayes [Leroy Hayes]
Birth Date:19 Jun 1929
Residence Date:1993
Address:2604 Linda Dr
Residence:Urbandale, IA
Postal Code:50322-5210
Second Residence Date:1987
Second Address:PO Box 10
Second Residence:Morrison, IA
Second Postal Code:50657-0010
Per U.S., Phone and Address Directories, 1993-2002
Name:Leroy R Hayes
Gender:Male
Residence Years:1995-2002
Address:2604 Linda Dr
Residence Place:Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Zip Code:50322-5210
Phone Number:515-278-1794
Spouse:Karen Hayes
Per Findagrave
Leroy Raymond Hayes VVeteran
Birth 19 Jun 1929 Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa, USA
Death 19 Mar 2025 (aged 95) Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial Masonic Cemetery Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Plot Block: E Section: Lot: 00377
Memorial ID 280979901
Per Online Obituary Leroy Raymond Hayes June 19, 1929 \emdash March 19, 2025
Leroy Raymond Hayes passed away peacefully in his home on March 19, 2025 at the age of 95 after living a long-fulfilled life. He was born on June 19, 1929 in Webster City, Iowa to Blanche (Nelson) Hayes and Warren Hayes who instilled in him the values of hard work and integrity that would guide him throughout his life. Leroy was raised with his nine brothers: Harlan, Clifford, Robert, Roger, Russell, Gary, Eugene, Aubrey "Steve" and Teddy on a farm near Woolstock, Iowa.
After graduating from Webster City High School, Leroy proudly served in Company E, 133rd Infantry, Iowa National Guard from 1948 to 1952. He also worked as a veterinary assistant before transitioning to the grain industry at the Highview Cooperative elevator. He managed grain elevators in Belmond, Hampton, Prairie City, and Morrison/Reinbeck. In 1966, Leroy was honored to be a member of one of the first U.S. midwestern agricultural groups allowed to travel to Russia, including an invitation to visit the Kremlin. During his retirement, Leroy enjoyed traveling as a consultant for Volunteers in Overseas Cooperative Assistance (VOCA). His travels took him to Africa, Europe, Asia and several countries in and around the former Soviet Socialist Republic. He was honored to serve on the board of directors for The Lincoln Savings Bank. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and high respect. His work improved the lives of many around the world.
Leroy married Karen Lee Warman on September 15,1956 and together they raised 5 children. Following their retirement, Karen and Leroy moved to Urbandale, Iowa where they enjoyed many hobbies and activities. Leroy was very proud to have successfully passed all exams and certifications required for his private pilot's license. He was a Mason and 65-year member of Preston Lodge #218 in Prairie City, and was a member of Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his family, and restoring his Model T car to drive in parades. Leroy was an avid lawn care specialist and was well known for creating a variety of concoctions designed to produce the thickest, greenest grass, and most abundant crops. He loved raising grapes and several varieties of apples in his backyard orchard and was always generous about sharing the bounty of his harvest with neighbors, friends and family. Leroy was very knowledgeable about stocks and enjoyed following the US stock market throughout his life. He and Karen loved traveling overseas, with England being their favorite country to visit. They also traveled the state of Iowa to help Karen promote eggs for the Iowa Egg Council.
Leroy is survived by his children, Bruce (Carlene) Hayes, Jeanine (Sam) Kain, Bryan Hayes, Brent (Joy Olson) Hayes and Douglas (Jennifer) Hayes; grandchildren, Travis Kain, Alexandria Hayes, Barret Hayes, Zacharey Hayes, Elizabeth Hicks, Lauren Austin, Mitchell Hayes, Emma Hayes, Preston Hayes and Andrew Hayes; great-grandchild, Harrison Hayes; his brothers, Russell Hayes and Ted Hayes; sisters-in-law, Jeri Hayes, Janet Hayes, Beverly Hayes, Linda Warman, and Connie (Lurlin) Hoelscher; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Karen; infant daughter, Julie LeRae; and 7 of his brothers.
A private service will be held for Leroy, honoring his wishes for an intimate farewell. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the charity of your choice and condolences expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
The family extends a special thank you to Debbie Siemer and her children, Alex, Stephanie, Hannah, Jacob and Michael, whose kindness and dedication allowed Leroy to remain in the comfort of his own home until his passing.