Dorothy Hayes

Dorothy Hayes, 99, of Cheyenne, died on August 28, 2024 in Cheyenne.
She was born on November 25, 1924 in Centreville, Mississippi.
Dorothy was a homemaker, not only at home but to several families in the community, and the author of the book "Gotta Keep Movin On". Dorothy was a devoted mother to not only her children but many children in her church and neighborhood, and shared her gift as a mentor mother. She was a longstanding member of Allen Chapel African Methodist Church. Dorothy loved gardening, she also loved traveling, baking, dogs, and especially her glass of wine in the evening. She enjoyed holiday festivities, and was a proud U.P. wife.
Dorothy is survived by two siblings, Leola Jackson and Arthur James; her children, Kathy Rambo, Brenda (The Governor) Hayes, and Keith Hayes (Chris Hayes); twelve grandkids; and nine great grandkids.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Idora James; her husband James Hayes Sr.,; her children, Senovia Hayes and James Hayes, Jr.; and five siblings.
Services will be Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel with a reception to immediately follow at the American Legion Post 6.