Shirley M. Hayden

Shirley M. Hayden, a loving mother and grandmother, 87, formerly of 453 West Washington Street, passed away, Tuesday, March 17, 2015, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home, surrounded by her three sons and their families.

Born December 4, 1927, in Brookville, she was the daughter of the late James and Naomi (Swineford) Neel. She was a 1945 graduate of Bradford High School.

On May 14, 1947 in Olean, she married Donald P. Hayden, Sr. who died on December 22, 1996.

Mrs. Hayden was primarily a homemaker but worked in the cafeteria at Bradford Central Christian High School and later for the Bradford Area School District at School Street Junior High School.

She was a member of the Church of the Ascension, the Alter Guild, Eastern Star, Chapter 61 and the Red Hats. She volunteered for many years at the Bradford Regional Medical Center, Hospital Auxiliary.

Surviving are three sons, Donald P. (Debbie) Hayden Jr., Timothy A. (Cherri) Hayden, and Edward C. (Debra) Hayden all of Bradford, a daughter in law Deborah A. (the late James C.) Hayden of Bradford, 6 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, James C. Hayden, a daughter in law Mary L. Hayden and one brother Russell B. Neel.

Family will be receiving friends on Thursday, March 19, 2015 from 10:00am to 11:00am in the Church of the Ascension where funeral services will be held at 11:00am with Rev. Stacy Fussell, Rector officiating Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.

Memorials if desired may be made to the McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford or the Bradford Ecumenical Home Auxiliary, 100 St. Francis Drive, Bradford, PA  16701 , or the charity of the donor's choice.

On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Tim, Cherri & Family, So sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers!! God Bless you all!!
— Rich & Kris Luther

Shirley was a dedicated volunteer at the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce. We all enjoyed her spunk and humor while she quietly went about the task at hand.
— Diane Sheeley

Deeply sorry for the loss of your dear mother.
— Rich and Judy Campbell

So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I remember babysitting for Shirley & Don. They never went out till after the boys were asleep. One of the easiest babysitting jobs I ever had. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Julie & Ray Newton

We are so sorry for loss. Our thoughts are with all of you. Take care and God Bless.
— Larry & Suzie Sperry

Thinking of your whole family during your time of loss! Very sorry if we can help in anyway please let us know! Sincerely, Kevin & Cindy Keane
— Kevin & Cindy Keane

Shirley was a sweet, sweet lady. You are all in our prayers.
— Jack and Doris Stoddard

To the entire Hayden family. I am so sorry for your loss. Shirley was a wonderful lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
— Patti DeFrank

My deepest sympathy to the Hayden Family. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Nancy Fire
— Nancy Fire

Love and prayers to you all! Will certainly miss her
— Barb and Leo

Thinking of you and your family. Prayers to all.
— Marsha and Jim Calderwood

Don and the whole Hayden family - so sorry for your loss. She is in a better place - our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ceil and Nick
— Nick Magoon

Don, Debbie and family Sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
— Davis & Kathy Redington

To the whole Hayden family, so sorry to see of Shirley's passing. Such a nice lady, had a lot of fun times with her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Alan & Marlene Ackley
— Marlene Ackley

Hayden Family we are so sorry for the loss of your precious Shirley, Mom, grandmother. She was a very special woman and I know you will miss her so much. Love and comfort to you all.
— Lee and Gloria Eliason

So sorry for your loss, she was such a sweet person!! Will keep your family in my prayers.
— Deb Pradhan

Don and deb, I'm very sorry to here about your loss. I remember Shirley when she worked at school street. She was always friendly and one of the nicest people I have ever met. If you need anything let me know. Gene Woodmansee and family.
— Gene Woodmansee

Condolences

  • Tim, Cherri & Family, So sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers!! God Bless you all!!

    — Rich & Kris Luther
  • Shirley was a dedicated volunteer at the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce. We all enjoyed her spunk and humor while she quietly went about the task at hand.

    — Diane Sheeley
  • Deeply sorry for the loss of your dear mother.

    — Rich and Judy Campbell
  • So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I remember babysitting for Shirley & Don. They never went out till after the boys were asleep. One of the easiest babysitting jobs I ever had. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    — Julie & Ray Newton
  • We are so sorry for loss. Our thoughts are with all of you. Take care and God Bless.

    — Larry & Suzie Sperry