John J. Hayes

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John J. Hayes

<p><b>John J. Hayes</b>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Age 67</p><p><br></p><p>Beloved husband of Terese Hayes (nee Madigan).</p><p>Loving father of Erin Young, Kael (Daneene) Young and Kelly (Joey Darbyshire) Hayes.</p><p>Cherished grandfather of Jesi, Haiden, Grayson (Grandpa’s wingman), Logan and Rosalie.</p><p>Proud son of John Jr. and the late Patricia (nee Fruin) Hayes.</p><p>Dear brother of Kevin (Karen), Martha, Edward (Missy), Mary (Joseph) Donohue and Terry (Stephanie).</p><p>Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.</p><p><br></p><p>John was a world traveler, lifelong learner, and collector of fine wine and sports memorabilia. He had a fierce devotion to his family, found family, and friends. While John was a guiding light and calm counsel to family, friends, and clients alike, the roles he was proudest of was being a devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Son and Brother.</p><p><br></p><p>John's many professional honors and memberships include: Illinois Leading Lawyer (2016, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2026),&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>-Recipient of the James F. Kidd Memorial Award for most exemplary part-time instructor at DePaul University's Kellstadt Graduate School of Business</p><p>- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants</p><p>- Chicago Estate Planning Council</p><p>- Illinois State Bar Association</p><p>- Illinois CPA Society</p><p>- Illinois Leading Lawyer (2016, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2026)</p><p>- Recipient of the James F. Kidd Memorial Award for most exemplary part-time instructor at DePaul University's Kellstadt Graduate School of Business</p><p>- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants</p><p>- Chicago Estate Planning Council</p><p>- Illinois State Bar Association</p><p>- Illinois CPA Society</p><p><br></p><p>Memorial visitation Friday, April 10, 2026, 3-8 p.m.</p><p><br></p><p>Funeral Saturday, April 11, 2026, 8:45 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. Alphonsus Church, Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m.</p><p><br></p><p>Interment private</p><p><br></p><p></p><p>Please leave a memory for the family on John’s Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to his family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
August 29, 1958 - March 21, 202608/29/195803/21/2026
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April 10, 2026

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We love you, Uncle John! Love Kim, Alex, Sadie, Brynn, and Josie Thompson
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April 10, 2026

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Mike and Jim Munroe

April 06, 2026

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Our sincerest sympathies to the Hayes Family. We will forever cherish John's friendship and professionalism.
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Vince & Kim Pesha

April 04, 2026

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To a great man and dear friend. You may be gone but, you will never be forgotten. You left our world a better place.Rest in Peace my friend.
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March 30, 2026

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With our deepest condolences. God Bless John.Love, Tim, Debbie, Bill, Wendy, Marie, Kathy, Tom, Laura, Mike & Alex Lupo
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Michael, Karen Madigan, Ed Scholl, Greg,Kathy Parfitt

March 27, 2026

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Deepest condolences we will miss you
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March 26, 2026

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I have known John for over 30 years. He was a great attorney and a wonderful man. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Dave Manci
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