John S. Hayes

I'm John S. Hayes, also known as "Johnboy" or "Gacy" if you knew me well, checking in from the great beyond. Born and raised in the bustling heart of Chicago on September 22, 1964, I was the second of four children to Oscar Frank Sonatra and my sweet Irma Jean Hayes. Life is never dull, let me tell you. Though my parents and brother Oscar have gone ahead, the memories we made are treasures, indeed.

School days at Walter Dyett and Dusable High - Good times, good times. Working as a home care home aide was something special, too. Connecting with folks and lending a hand felt so rewarding, you know?

But what truly made my heart sing was my family and friends. My wife, Carrie - you lit up my life. Thank you for everything. And my kids, Lil John (Deena), Deon (Brenda), my beautiful Arianna, and my son Jayvion (with Carrie) - you are my legacy, my pride and joy. Watching you grow, laugh, and live your lives has been the greatest adventure.

To my brothers and sisters in love, Ernest (Jeanette) and Jerrold (Tracy) - we've been through thick and thin, haven't we? So many laughs, so many stories. And lady, my special cousin, you've always been like another sibling to me. 

And to my crew, my special friends - Jeanne, Wendy, Ojo, Alicia and Paul. You all made life brighter, funnier, and just plain better. All the jokes, the hangouts, the support... you're family too.

To all my nephews, nieces, cousins and friends, know this: I lived a life full of love and laughter. I was a jokester, a carefree spirit, and I loved with all my heart. Keep those memories alive, share the stories, and don't forget to laugh. That's what I'd want. I'm gone now, but the love I have for all of you? That'll stick around. Peace out, y'all.

Poems from the family;

I close my eyes as I wipe a tear, I just keep wishing you were still here. I will hold all the memories deep in my heart, through those memories will never part. I close my eyes as I wipe a tear, all of your love I will hold near. In my heart and mind I will never be alone, God called you home, you left me not alone. I know you're in a better place and when it's my time I'll see your face. I love you so much and I will miss your loving touch. So until that time I will keep my clock wind to be on time for that special day we are back together in God's graces. Love your baby brother, Jerrold.

My beloved cousin, a brother in heart who's journey has ended, but whose memories will forever stay. I will remember the laughter and the bond that time could not erase. Luv, Lady.

From the first day that I met you, I knew you'd be my friend. I knew that I could count on you no matter what life sent, you always had time to listen and time to give. By all your words and actions you showed you really cared. You will always be in my heart and never forgotten. Your loving sister-in-law, Tracy.

I will forever miss your smile. Love, Janice.

I know you are at peace now and in a place where you are free. No more suffering, no more pain, goodbyes are not forever, goodbyes are not the end, they simply mean I'll miss you. Rest well my friend, you will always be in my heart. Love, "Shabba".

"REMEMBER ME".

To the living, I am gone. To the sorrowful, I will never return. To the angry, I was cheated. But to the happy, I am at peace, and to the faithful, I have never left. I cannot speak, but I can listen. I cannot be seen, but I can be hard. So as you stand upon a shore gazing at a beautiful sea, as you look upon a flower and admire it's simplicity, remember me. Remember me in your heart: Your thoughts, and your memories, of the times we loved, the times we cried, the times we fought, the times we laughed, For if you always think of me, I will never have gone. Love, John.

The family of John S. Hayes would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for all the prayers, phone calls, visits and other acts of support and kindness during this time of bereavement. We love you all and may God continue to bless each and every one of you!

Arrangement entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, IL.