James Gordon Hayward Regina, Saskatchewan Obituary

James Gordon Hayward

James “Jim” Gordon Hayward, late of Regina, SK, passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021 at the age of 85. He was predeceased by his loving wife Mona; son Kenneth; grandsons James and Giuseppe; and his parents and siblings. Jim is survived by his four daughters, Kim (Rick), Wendy, Janet and Donna (Corey); his nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; sister-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews. James was born in Renwer, Manitoba on June 6, 1936. At the age of 19 he joined the military and was stationed in Edmonton. James and Mona were married in 1957, in 1958 started their family and over the next eleven years had four daughters and one son. During his military career, Jim moved his family to Germany twice, to Calgary and then to Regina, where he retired in 1980. He stayed on with the military as a custodian of Camp Saskadet, located north of Kelvington, SK on Round Lake until returning to Regina in 1985. For the next 12 years, Jim was employed with the Corps of Commissionaires. He had many different duties which placed him at several locations in the city. In 1997, Jim and Mona sold their home, packed up their trailer and became Snowbirds until 2006 when Mona became ill. In 2011, Jim returned to Regina and lived in a retirement home until becoming ill in 2019 and was then placed in the Veteran's Ward of Wascana Rehabilitation Center until his death. The family would like to send their sincerest thank you to Doctor Bailey, Joel and the many staff in Unit 3-5 of the Wascana Rehabilitation Center who provided special care to Jim.
June 6, 1936 - October 15, 202106/06/193610/15/2021
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Graziana Hoce
October 27, 2021
Dear Donna and Corey,
I was sad to hear of your father's passing. Losing a father is hard, but keep all those wonderful treasured memories of him close to your heart. Hugs and prayers, Graziana and family.
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Donna Kadash
October 30, 2021
Thank you Graziana!
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Linda Sutton
October 26, 2021
Saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I have fond memories of him and Mona, dating back to the Seneca Place years. My deep condolences to your family. RIP Jim.
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Kim LaFleur
October 26, 2021
Thank you Linda. I vaguely remember Seneca Place.
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Donna Kadash
October 30, 2021
Thank you Linda
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Keith Inches (Major) Retired
October 25, 2021
WO Hayward was a RSS with the 16 Regina Service Battalion when I was with the Battalion in Regina. I have good memories of him and lost track of him when he retired from the Regular Force. Sorry I did not know he was in Regina these many years.
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Kim LaFleur
October 26, 2021
Thank you Keith!
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Donna Kadash
October 30, 2021
Thank you Keith
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Kim Elaine LaFleur
October 24, 2021
Rest in peace, Dad. Love you and miss you.
Kim
Candle of Love was posted for James Gordon Hayward.
Candle of Love was posted for James Gordon Hayward.
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Vince Kennedy
October 23, 2021
Kim, Wendy, Janet, Donna and the Family -

I write to express to you and your family the sincere condolences of the Patricia’s on the passing of your Dad Jim Hayward.
The Regiment remembers Jim's service, and the family I am sure is proud of that service. Jim's name ... Continue Reading
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Kim Elaine LaFleur
October 24, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very proud of our dad's service and the memories of our time as army brats. Dad will always be remembered with love and respect and his dedication for his service as a PPCLI member.
Thank-you,
Kim LaFleur
Daughter of Jim
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Donna Kadash
October 30, 2021
Thank you very much!
How would I be able to get a copy of the 2021 edition of the Patrician’s Last Post?

Donna Kadash
Daughter of Jim
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Herb Kenny
October 22, 2021
Condolences from all members of the Edmonton Branch of the PPCLI Association. Once a Patricia Always a Patricia. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember him.
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Kim Elaine LaFleur
October 24, 2021
Thank-you very much. Dad never forgot that he was a Patricia and neither will we.
Kim LaFleur
Daughter of Jim
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Donna Kadash
October 30, 2021
Thank you Herb!
Being a Patrician Family has been an honor!
Donna
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Marilyn Hedstrom
October 20, 2021
Sincere condolences to you and your family, Donna.
Marilyn Hedstrom & Tracey MacNeil.
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Kim LaFleur
October 26, 2021
Thank you Marilyn!