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Major Robert Horace Hayes

(17th December 1935 - 16th August 2024)

It is with much sadness that we announce that Robert ‘Bob’ Hayes passed on 16 August 2024 at home in Camberley surrounded by his loved ones.

Bob was a beloved husband to Sandra; father to Rachael, Helen, Sarah, Anna and Sam; brother to Jane and Judy; Grandpa to 15 grandchildren; and friend to many. He was a dedicated family man whose care for all his loved ones was evident in all he did. Born in Lehenagh, Co. Cork, Bob was a proud Irishman and distinguished member of the Royal Irish Fusiliers, having served in Oman, Northern Ireland and Germany. After retiring from the military, Bob became a Financial Advisor and made Camberley his home. Over the years, he spent much of his time supporting the local community, cultivating his much loved garden, and following the tribulations of Southampton FC.

Bob knew how to enjoy the simple pleasures of life – a good drink, good friends and good times. So in true Irish fashion, we invite anyone who knew Bob to join us on 1st October at 3pm at St Michael’s Church in Camberley, to celebrate his life.

In remembrance of Bob’s life the family asks for donations to be made to Cancer Research in lieu of flowers.

Charity Donation In Memory of Major Robert Horace Hayes

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Janet Tauxe

with fond memories Bob .

£30.00

Helen x

Great cause in memory of a wonderful father x

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid

Sharon & Katharine

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Lee & Sarah

Miss you Dad xx

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Lindsey Haggith

In memory of Bob Much love to all the family xxx

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid

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Pengiran Tengah & Family

In memory of Bob Hayes, much loved grandfather to our Maryam, father to Sam and father-in-law to Bani as well as great friend to our family. We will miss you.

£200.00

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Uta

Sincere condolences, Uta

£25.00

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£27.00 + £6.75 Gift Aid

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Terry & Stephanie Rawding

A great cause to support in memory of a lovely man.

£20.00 + £5.00 Gift Aid

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£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid

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