Alan Bruce Hayes passed away at his home in Garland, Texas, on January 3, 2025. There are no words that will do justice to Alan, but we, as a family, are going to try to share a little about his life and accomplishments.
Alan was born in Phoenix Arizona on March 9, 1970. When he was just 3 days old, he joined the Max and Leona Hayes family and was officially adopted by them. He grew up in the Mesa and Gilbert Arizona area and has many relatives and friends there as well as in other places he has lived. Later in his adult life, he moved to Garland, Texas, where he purchased a home and lived for many years. His occupation was a remodeling and restoration contractor. One of his great loves was to work in salvaging, repairing and transporting boats and other watercraft.
He is survived by his mother, Leona, and stepfather, Lyn Kimball; daughter, Aston; and many nieces and nephews. Surviving siblings include: Sheri (Thomas) Russon, Linda (Ray) Pomper, Jolaine (Bruce) Chatham, Karen (Max) Johnston, Eileen Hayes, Royd (Nicole) Hayes, as well as Michael (Melissa) Shreve and Sue Ellen (Chris) Angle, children of Sam and Alene Shreve. His nieces and nephews loved to be part of his life and enjoyed his unique personality.
His father, Max A. Hayes, passed away when Alan was 3 years of age after which Alan developed a very close bond of nearly 40 years with his stepfather, Sam Shreve, who preceded him in death. Lyn Kimball, his surviving stepfather, has a tender spot in his heart for Alan and has enjoyed providing continual fatherly care and support.
Alan graduated from Gilbert High School and was known for his outgoing personality. He excelled in many different sports and enjoyed being active throughout his life. Some of the experiences that family will remember include the many repairs that had to be made to the yellow car driven by Alan due to his rambunctious habit of driving over non-existent country, mountain and desert roads in Arizona. Friends will also remember him by his pranks and jovial nature and his entertaining way of sharing his life experiences. Family will remember him by his care and love for each family member along with the unique Christmas gifts they would receive from him. His church friends will remember him for always being willing to volunteer to help others. They will also remember him as the life of the party at some of their outings. All that knew him enjoyed his fun personality and spending time together.
Graveside services will be held Friday January 17, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at the City of Mesa Cemetery located at 1212 North Center Street. Arrangements are being handled by Bunker Mortuary, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
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