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Ulysses G. Hayes, III


Sunrise: August 12, 1948

Sunset: August 30, 2020

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free. My God, My Savior has ransomed me and like a flood, his mercy reigns his unending
love and His amazing grace! Ulysses Grant “Boo Boo” Hayes, III was born August 12, 1948 in Newark, New Jersey to the late Thelma Hayes-Tate and Ulysses Grant Hayes, II.

Upon graduation from Plainfield High School, 1966 in Plainfield, New Jersey, Ulysses entered the United States Marine Corp. His last job occupied was with M&G Manufacturing in Virginia Beach, VA.

Ulysses was preceded in his death by his mother, Thelma Hayes-Tate and his father Ulysses G. Hayes, his sister, Karen V. Hayes and a brother, Timothy McSeed. He leaves to cherish the life he lived, sons, Ulysses G. Hayes IV, Tyshon R. Flowers,
Kareen A. Flowers; daughters, Rasheeda S. Green, LaTaya V. Mills (Shamone) and Monique R. Flowers; brothers, Kenneth
P. Hayes (Minnette), Shawn Hayes (Jashira); sisters, Barbara Hannah (Langston), Ashanti Greene (Larry), and Dolores S.
Hayes fifteen grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. A special love of
his life Annie R. Flowers.

During his illness, Ulysses established a special bond with several individuals providing his medical care and the family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to, Dr. Scott Kruger, Dr. Patterson, Dr. McQuinn and the staff of Personal Touch Hospice and Palliative Care and A1 Home Health Care.

Viewing Wednesday, September 2, 2020 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Thursday, September 3, 2020 11:00am Metropolitan Funeral Service Granby Chapel Interment Roosevelt Memorial Park 1101 Campostella Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance.

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    Shelia Chesson says

    To the family, I extend my heartfelt condolences on your loss. Lataya I never met your father but I can see through you the love you had for him, your family and others. He raised you well. The memories you had with this first love of your life will sustain you with the help of our Lord and Savior.

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    Bishop T. B. And First Lady Shelita Washington says

    To the family of Ulysses G. Hayes:

    In times like these we need an anchor…you anchor holds and grips the solid Rock, of Christ Jesus.

    The pain you feel, the tears you shed, the memories you have are all real, no one can explain the hurt, nor take the pain and sorrow away in this moment. Only Christ and time will ease the pain and stop the tears. The good news is nothing and no one can remove the great memories you have of your husband, dad, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend.

    I commend you to the care of the Lord Jesus Christ. Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you. Rest in His loving care and He will give you the peace and strength you need as you keep your mine stayed on Him.

    You are in our prayers,
    Bishop and First Lady Washington

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    Shalonda Niskey says

    Rasheeda keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers your EMS family.

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    Mary Anne Myers says

    Rasheeda and Family,

    I am heartbroken for your loss and will be praying that Jesus our Lord and Savior brings your father,husband, and grandfather into paradise. I will also pray that the angels accept him into their wings & put their wings around you, for God, to strengthen you.

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    Tuiz Mills Johnson says

    My prayers are with the family and friends of this great man Ive called”daddy” for over 15 years. He’s given me happy memories that will last my lifetime. I will never forget his quiet and raspy voice and his small but big presence. I’m so grateful that God allowed me to know him and his family. May God be with you “daddy” love you ???? and miss you.

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    Minnie S Kelly says

    To: Resheeda and ????

    On this day the Lord has chosen your ANGLE Ulysses G. Hayes for the works of his New Becoming ????. Even through his work is done here on Earth the Lord have a Special one close within his ????.
    My the Light Shine each day to lighten your way and the ???? be so ever bright to guid your way.
    As the Words from the Lord say ” on this day it’s to be a Jouceyful Day your Love One is at Rest and there’s no more pain they are only sleeping” and when they awaken their your ANGLE that will be watching over you and the ????. May you walk each day with your head high knowing that you’ve done what the Lord has asked of you for your father. The Lord is here and he’ s ALL around us today.
    To the family of Ulysses
    G. Hayes: Look too the Loard he will guide you ever step of the way and keep your FAITH most of ALL.
    BE BLESSED ????

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    Dolores Hartshorn Alvarez says

    Remember your family from Plainfield, NJ lived in Kenilworth, NJ. Also moved to Virginia. Knew sister Karen. Condolences to the family small world family

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