Gloria Jean Hay, (1942 - 2014) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

Let the memory of Gloria be with us forever

72 years old
Born on March 14, 1942
Passed away on December 30, 2014

This memorial was created in memory of our beloved mother, Gloria Jean Hay, 72, born on March 14, 1942 and passed away on December 30, 2014. We will cherish her memory forever.

Our mother was a loyal and devoted relative and friend to an infinite number of family and friends.  You could always count on Mom to provide you with her immeasurable wisdom and advice and on numerous occasions, the shirt off of her back. The term "lived life to the fullest" is especially apropos when you describe Mom. There wasn't an ache, pain, or illness that would deter our highly revered mother from doing whatever she wanted to do. If there was a significant and or important life event for a loved one, Mom moved mountains to be there. Mom did not ask "how can I help?"; She did help. Despite her many illnesses, she prepared meals, accompanied a friend on an errand, visited the sick and disabled, and again gave you the shirt off of her back.....Mom was always the one person you could count on.

Mom spent the last days of her life adored, pampered, overindulged, regaled and most importantly, amused by her younger grandchildren. Nana could always count on Kennedy's benevolence, Cavanaugh's witty banter, and Bella's daily dutiful ministrations. Her grandchildren catered to her every whim. Nana was spoiled rotten. Christmas and New Year's was her favorite time of the year. If you knew Mom, you would have known that she had a fan base not only in Los Angeles, but in Atlanta, Georgia and was singularly cherished.  In the hospital, there was not a moment that she was left alone. At one time, she had so many visitors that we had to resort to rotating visitors. Our mother was loved and will be missed by many.

Many of you are probably wondering how this song was chosen.  This song is beffitting of the woman who always did things "HER WAY".

We love you, Mom!

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2015 from 4-8 pm at:
Inglewood Park Cemetery Mortuary
3801 W.Manchester Blvd.
Inglewood,California 90305
(310) 412-6811

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 9, 2015 at 11:00 am at:
Tabernacle of Faith Baptist Church
11328 So. Central Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90059

Internment:
Inglewood Park Cemetery
3801 W. Manchester Blvd.
Inglewood, California

Repast: Immediately following burial est. 3-8p.m.
Family & Friends
Chester L. Washington Golf Course Clubhouse
1930 West 120th Street
Los Angeles, California 90047

Our beloved mother will be adorned in her favorite color red. We encourage family and friends to wear red and /or purple to her memorial service as we honor her life. Red ribbons will be shared to memorialize her vibrant life and in recognition of the heart.

Any phone calls or expressions of sympathy can be forwarded to our parent's home at 1237 West 65th Place Los Angeles, California 90044 or (323) 753-2979.

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December 30, 2023

auntie 9 years no way it still seems like yesterday I miss you so very much our conversation our hugs just our relationship periodyou were indeed one of a kind you are gone but never forgotten we love you much and continue to be thankful for the memories

March 14, 2023

Man, we miss you so much. You were the best to ever do it. I learned so much from you that I still apply to my daily life. Jackie and I are still the best Godsisters to each other. Your boyfriend and I are still together. We reminisce about you often. Happy Heavenly Birthday. Continue to rest peacefully. Please hug Jay for me.

March 14, 2023

God only knows how much you are missed. Sundays were our days to talk laugh, compare menus for the day and say I love you! I will always love and cherish my time with you you were so special happy heavenly birthday auntie one of my forever angels. continue to rest in peace

December 30, 2022

Mom,
Today, December 30, 2022, marks eight years ago that we lost you. It's a date that is forever an etched in my brain! You were a Phenomenal Mother, Smart, Beautiful, Intelligent, and so very Lovely! Words can't express how much I miss you and think about you daily, wishing I could pick up the phone and call you to hear your voice. Mom, you will be forever missed and always loved and never forgotten!
Love always Katy

March 28, 2022

Gloria,
Gone, but never forgotten.So true. So many memories, so many activities where thoughts of you are present. You are missed by me. Our friendship was treasured.

March 13, 2022

Happy 80th Birthday, Mom!

You are truly missed and life without you is such a noticeable void. You were my best friend and I thank God that I had you as long as I did.

Your 80th birthday would've been EPIC!

March 13, 2022

Hey Girl!

I am so blessed to have had you as my friend. I cherish our good times often.

From the bottom of my heart❤! You are 100% truly missed.

Felisa

December 30, 2021

Still missing you. Still thinking of you. Still grateful for ALL of the ways you added value to my life. Still!

December 30, 2021

Mom,
There was a violent storm around midnight that robbed us of power. I woke up this morning with a laundry list of things to do today, which included Cavanaugh's laundry, pun intended. The days leading up to the anniversary of your passing are often met with dread and thoughts of our last conversations. Perhaps, that is why I made the conscious decision to keep myself busy this morning. I ignored the signs around 12:07 am this morning..... the thunderous clapping of the earth's atmosphere as the rain pelted against the ground. It was a reminder that it was 7 years ago today that you left us and that you are NOT to be forgotten. In true Gloria Jean fashion, you were heard loud and clear.

I love and miss you until the wheels fall off, "old lady"! You were truly one of a kind.

March 14, 2021

❤Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom, today you would have been 79 years young!❤ I know that you would have been looking forward to your favorite See's Candy today! There isn't a day that goes by that I don't miss you and think about you and wish that you were still here with us! Words can't express how much I miss you and love you whereby I sometimes reach for the phone
thinking I have to call you to tell you something. Then it hits me that you're not going to be on the other end of the call! Mom you were a phenomenal mother, I love you and miss you forever!❤

March 14, 2021

Happy Birthday Mrs. Hay!

Miss you much! God knew you should come into this world on 3.14, your birthday is Pi day, and anyone who had the pleasure of meeting you knew you were the Queen of pies and so much more. And I am thankful for you welcoming me in your home and life and family. You hold a very special place in my heart. Happy Birthday!

March 14, 2021

Still seems so surreal. Miss you so much and think of you every time I need assistance with a recipe. You will always have a very special place in my heart.

P.S. I’m taking good care of your boyfriend too ;-)

Love you endlessly!

March 14, 2021

Happy 79th Birthday, Mom! I love and miss you. Everything you asked me to do, I have done my best to complete the tasks as a loving and peaceful steward. We had some good times together and we became each other's confidante. I take comfort in the fact that I got to spend as much time with you as I did.

March 14, 2020

Happy Birthday Mrs. Hay!!!!

How could anyone forget your birthday? Your selflessness will never be forgotten along with your hospitality and thoughtfulness! Hope you danced all day with Mr. Hay!

Miss you and love you!

March 14, 2020

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom!

Today is your 78th birthday! We love and miss you. We talk about you everyday...Gloria Jean would say this......Gloria would turn over right now....Gloria is welcoming this person into the gates of heaven...Mom has her arms wide open.....Gloria would respond hmm..hmmm...mmph....with upside down smile...Mama is so angry right now.....

December 31, 2019

You were a very special Woman to your Family and greatly missed..RIP..❤ Pastor Verna Anderson

May 12, 2019

Happy Mother's Day Mom, there isn't A-day that goes by that I don't think about you and wish that you were still here with us!! I miss you so much mom, They say it gets easier but, It's still really hard knowing that you're gone. Sometimes I find myself wanting to call you on the phone and I say
I have to tell my mom this but, I know you wouldn't be on the other line and that is what really hurts my heart!! Today is one of those days that I would be calling you wishing you a Happy Mother's Day and asking you were you enjoying your See's candy! Because I know you loved when I always bought that for Mother's Day. It put a big smile on your face that always made me smile knowing that just little things like your favorite candy could make you happy!! Happy Mother's Day Mom, you are so truly missed and I love you from the bottom of my heart, Katy

March 15, 2019

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GLORIA JEAN. Again this year as on March 14th in past years, I am here in Chicago celebrating you and Edie's birthdays. The weather was very kind to us for just that one day. I miss you so very much and find my self talking to you and in my mind hearing your voice and laughter. Especially at our favorite family outings, seeing the expressions on your face as you turn to me and say "they're too tough for me".I miss our talks and your sweet kind spirit. You are forever in my heart and on my mind. I love you girl

March 15, 2019

Happy Birthday to my beautiful mother, Gloria Jean. There isn't a moment where I don't think about your love and grace.

March 15, 2019

Happy Birthday Mrs Hay!
We sure miss you!
Jackie and I talk about you every day!

December 31, 2018

Mom,
We are missing you....life is not the same without you in it.

December 31, 2018

Some people you expect to live forever, you were one of them! Life just isn’t the same. I miss so many things about you. One of them is calling you all the time about how to bake something. You were always patient, even if you had given me the recipe 10 times before. I miss going by your house reliving my childhood. We spent so much time there. Your marriage to Jay is a blueprint for me. I love the way you guys loved each other. I hope to Iove that way for that long. Your boyfriend with the pretty legs and I are off to a good start

March 14, 2018

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM, I WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM THINKING ABOUT YOU TODAY ON YOUR BIRTHDAY! BUT, I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY. I MISS YOU SO MUCH IT HURTS MY SOUL!! I KNOW THAT YOU'RE WATCHING DOWN ON ME FROM HEAVEN AND THAT YOU'RE MY BEAUTIFUL ANGEL! I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY BEAUTIFUL ANGEL MY MOM!! LOVE YOU AND MISS ALWAYS AND FOREVER, KATY

January 2, 2018

Mama, I couldn't write this on the 30th of December because I just didn't want that day ever to come. I sit here still having a hard time expressing myself into words. I called Jackie to talk to her the other day on the anniversary of you becoming our angel in heaven with daddy and that help with the sadness some.

It's still so unreal to me that you are no longer here with us. I hate the holidays because they aren't the same as they were when we were all together as a family and it just hurts.

I want you to know I do remember things that you taught me and I try and live by them everyday. The one that sticks out the most is to be nice to people. You would say you catch more "Bee's with honey when you are nice to people Katy"

Mama, there isn't a day or minute that goes by that I don't think about you! I Love you so very much! Katy

December 31, 2017

Mama, I wrote this yesterday, but your spirit interrupted me. While out shopping in Sears, I got melancholy, hid behind the refrigerators and cried. Shawna called me in the midst of my spell and told me that an angel was watching over her while she made her peach cobbler. You are always present.

The holiday season is no longer my favorite time of the year. If it weren't for my children, I would be somewhere else. Everytime I walk into a Costco or grocery store this time of the year, my heart aches.

The caftan you left is still hanging, but your scent disappeared long ago. Your purse, which always weighed 15 lbs, the familiar yet pleasant scent still lingers and smells like Mom.

While, I took you granted, I learned many valuable lessons from your rearing. I only hope that I am as compassionate with others as you were.

December 30, 2017

My Dearest Friend, Gloria Jean: Although it's been three long years since you made your transition, I am still missing you more than you could ever know.December 30th, a night my heart skipped a beat and disbelief that I was not dreaming and would wake up to find you were living and loving as only you could do. However that was not to be. You will always be with me in so many ways as long as I live.Thanks for giving us a wonderful, caring and loving goddaughter.She definitely share your beautiful kind spirit. I love you girl.

March 14, 2017

Happy Birthday Mom,
Today you would have been 75 years young. I think about what you would have wanted beside you favorite see's candle which I would have given you anyway because I love the way you smile when I bought it for you and how you smile when you read the card. Mom, I love you and miss you this birthday and each and every day that comes after. There isn't a day that I don't think about you. So today being your birthday I want to say I know you're in heaven dancing to your down-home blues in your red dress with the love your life on your special day your birthday. Love you always and forever, Katy

March 14, 2017

My Dearest Friend Gloria Jean: Again today I celebrate you and Edie on your March 14th birthday. I am here with her in Chicago and would be so happy to have you here with me. Know that you are still loved and missed so very much. You will never be forgotten.

December 30, 2016

'Mom,

It's been 2 years seen your passing and my heart still hurts from the loss of you. I think back to the call from Jackie, from Atlanta telling me you were gone it just seem so unreal to me that you are no longer with us. I wanted it to be a bad dream and to wake up hoping and praying that I didn't receive that call. On this Anniversary Day of losing you, I wanted to tell you I miss you and love you very much. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think about you. Mom, you will always be in my heart and my thoughts each and everyday"

Love always and Forever,
Katy

December 30, 2016

Mom,

It has been 2 years since your passing and the shock and disbelief is palpable. Yesterday, I mustered up the courage to look at the last Christmas video. I was so angry, because you would not allow me to videotape you, because you said that you looked a mess.Throughout the video, you told jokes and asked questions about the gifts. You were all in the mix or the KoolAid packet as you used to say.

Jeannine is here with me this year, not to take your place, but perhaps to partially fill the void and soothe my aching heart. You would laugh because,Carol Baker Robinson, suggested that I attempt to cook chitterlings. I laughed hard at that one. ALL OF THAT WORK! I don't even eat 'em! Bless her heart.

I've done everything you've asked, so that you may rest in peace. BE STILL, Old Lady!

I love you always and forever,

Jackie

March 14, 2016

Dear Gloria:
Gone but definitely not forgotten. I miss you so very much. So often I pick up the phone to have our usual talks only to remember you are no longer available to engage in the current subject matter that need our input. I thank GOD for the friendship that lasted over the years. I will always celebrate you every year on March 14th as I celebrate Edie.

December 30, 2015

Words cannot begin to express how much I miss you. The phone calls on Sundays when I was at my moms, our chats about food, family, relationships and life. You were always a blessing and now as one of my guardian angels I still find a blessing in just having the honor of having you in my life for almost 50 years rest in heaven my angel I love and miss you much!!!!

December 30, 2015

I will never forget this day. You wouldn't want me to be sad. Hard not to. You were in my life for so long. Missing you so much, especially during this time of year. Thanks for all of the advice, memories and love you gave me and my family. Forever...Faith

March 15, 2015

My dearest friend, I 'm sitting here alone listening to your song, "I Did It My Way" and all the memories and the tears flow, I will miss you, fondly think of you and love you as a dear dear sister.

Happy Birthday Gloria

March 14, 2015

Happy Birthday Mrs. Hay!

You are missed every single day! However, I know you are celebrating eternal life and being with the loves of your life, God and Mr. Hay on your special day!

March 14, 2015

We love you Gloria Jean. We cherish
your memories on your birthday.

March 14, 2015

Happy Birthday, Mom Gloria.

March 14, 2015

Mom,
Happy Birthday! You always loved your birthday because you knew I would always have your favorite sweet treat on your Birthday. You would smile with such a big grin when I kissed you and handed you the card and box of See's Candy.. You would say girl, you know what I like.. It's so hard to wrap my head around that you are gone.. I find myself in the evenings watching tv and a certain tv show could be coming on and I reach for the phone to call and tell you about it but, I catch myself and start to cry because you won't be on the other end of that call.. There are no words to express how loss I feel without you.. On this day being your birthday it hurts a thousand times worst.. You're in heaven now with Dad and I know the two of you are dancing together celebrating your birthday today.. I know Dad is taking good care of you now.

There will never be a moment that goes by that I will not think about you Mom and miss you.. I love you very much that my heart hurts so much that you are gone.. You were a wonderful Mother, one of the best and I'm glad you were mine..

Love,
Katy Annette

March 14, 2015

Happy Birthday Lady Gloria, RIP

March 14, 2015

Happy Birthday Teacher Gloria!! You will Always and forever be in my mind and heart. Love you.

March 14, 2015

Mom,
Happy Birthday! You loved your birthday and always celebrated in grand style. Today, is a somber day for me. There is not one day that goes by that I don't think of you or speak your name. I miss you so much that my heart aches. People say that it gets better with time and it really doesn't. There have been so many occasions when I will pick up the phone to call you, only realizing that I can't. I sigh, sometimes I cry, but most of the time I feel the ache of despair and disappointment. The other night I dreamt of you and we were laying side by side. You woke up and I said, "Mom, I had a dream that you died and were in a casket." You replied,"Really? What was I wearing? Did I look good?" We laughed and you said, "Girl, get your big self out of my bed.......you see that I just had a heart attack! I feel better, but there is no room for you in this bed. Get up!"

When I got up, I woke up and cried. Again, I was so disappointed . It was just a dream. Mom, I take comfort in the fact that you are in a place far greater than what we can imagine. Before your passing, you mentioned several times how much you missed Daddy. Even though your passing rocked my core off center, I know Daddy was there to greet you with that beautiful smile of his and you went willingly.

Today, I celebrate your vibrant life. I will always love you and celebrate you. It was my honor to be your daughter.

Love,
Jacqueline Renee

January 8, 2015

Ms. Gloria Hay will truly be missed. She was so much fun to be around. Whenever I was blessed to be in her presence, I loved to sit right next to her. She would make me laugh, give me advice and threaten to put me out of my house if I was not taking good care of her boyfriend (my husband)! I'm grateful for the moments we shared. Rest in Peace!

January 8, 2015

Our thoughts of Ms. Gloria and prayers for you the family continue. We pray God's Peace and the love of your mother continue to comfort you now and in the days to come. Knowing and being around Ms. Gloria was always a pleasure and joyful delight; her humor, laughter and good cooking made you always feel like family! May the comfort Ms. Gloria shared with others in need of compassion be multiplied to you Jackie, Katie, and Jason (2 Cor. 1:3-4) Love and Prayers, Bishop Donald and Vanessa Black-Fredericksburg, Virginia

January 8, 2015

I've known Katy for 39 years and in this time my family had the pleasure of knowing, loving and adoring Gloria Jean. Gloria Jean was taken care of very well. She had the best of everything and it was well deserved. She did not know a stranger. Gloria Jean was loved by all and she loved everyone. It was amazing to see the respect that she received from everyone she encountered. I think the way she lived her life was so beautiful it gave off an endearing glow of love and tranquility. This is my remembrance of my beloved Mrs. Gloria Jean Hay and this I will forever hold in my heart.
My family sends their deepest condolence to The Hays'

January 8, 2015

My prayers goes out to Katy Hay and the Hay family, May God Bless and Keep you. He knows what is best! Losing a parent is very hard and you keep asking why, Only God knows why! Trust in the Lord, just Trust in the Lord!!

January 8, 2015

My dearest friend has gone on, she will be greatly missed, but not forgotten. We had a very close bond & relationship and we were long time neighbors who lived directly across the street from each other for many years. We shared many things and had so much in common. I will cherish all the fond memories. She was a loving and loveable person. Actually she was like a sister. My last time seeing & being with her was January1st 2014 in Atlanta. but we often chatted over the phone. My love and prayers are with you, Ada, Katie, Jackie, & Jason. I'm so sorry I can't be there with you guys, but I will be there in spirit. May the peace & comfort of God be with you. we loved her, but God loved her best

January 7, 2015

Mrs. Gloria Hay was easily one of the most loving, caring, wisdom-filled, mother figures you could ever know. She spoke it directly, she asked you without reservation, she reprimanded you without hesitation and taught you in earnest as though you were her responsibility. What you saw was always what you got...nothing less. Oh, and has anyone met a better cook...ever? I used to look forward to her thanksgiving dinners even after thanksgiving was done! Even her leftovers were the best. She took care of so many and played nurse and caretaker to so many in such a selfless manner. There is truly nothing bad anyone can say about her. I promised to take her to a Laker game and never did...too caught up in my own narcissism and nonsense. I regret that and will forever. I will make it up to her somehow...perhaps through her beautiful grandchildren. My heart hurts that we've lost another great original. Rest in Peace, Mom.

January 7, 2015

i Had a special person Gloria Jean Haye was her name, my second mother,teacher,and friend, I had to say good bye, If I were asked one question why I thought the world of you I could give a million answers and they all would be true, she loved all that she touched, her heart was gold, she embraced all her children, knowing we would make her proud,we will miss you but not forgotten, peace be still your eye is on the sparrow, love you, i know you are in a better place, our prays are with you and your family, we are here for the family. with our deepest sympathy. the Rand'les-Agurs Family, Robyn, Nathan Ricco Lolita

January 7, 2015

I was 20 years old and had recently experienced the loss of my mother, having the great fortune to meet Gloria (our Teacher Gloria) shortly thereafter. Gloria was 34 years old when she & Jay embraced our young family. Over the years she taught me how to be an attentive wife & mother as well as many, many cooking tips...she taught me how to make "dump cake " before it became fashionable, Gloria let me know it was ok for children to talk back, as long as they were not disrespectful, how else would you know what they were thinking? "Still water runs deep", she said. Believe me, I took notice, Gloria & Jay raised beautiful children. David & I are truly blessed with the close relationship we have with our children, this is reflective of her rich legacy. "Teacher" Gloria's beautiful spirit lives----in us all.

January 7, 2015

My friend, Gloria Jean Hay, high heel shoes, skirt swishing ,hair shining, smiling , passing out love everywhere especially to the children and parents’ at Charles Drew Medical Center:Tillman Education Center for Young Children. Gloria was an educator, a member of the team, an excellent friend and advisor. Dished out great advice.
The Randles Family: Robin, Kimberly, Charles, Christy, Reginald and Evelyn A Randles

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December 31, 2022

Missing and remembering my dearest friend, Gloria Jeanne. She touched our lives in so many wonderful and joyful ways.Our group of friends traveled to so many Hawkins Family reunions and on a few cruises. I posted a picture of the 4th Hawkins reunion held in Tampa Florida. We laughed, shared secrets and had just a wonderful time enjoying each other. Pictured is Gloria in the center from (left to right) Joyce Stephens, Jeannie Mims, Carolyn Turner Hall, Eugenia Jackson and me, Jackolyn KingGloria, you are dearly missed

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January 4, 2020

My thoughts and memories reflect on my friend and sister, Gloria Jean Hay. I often think of and miss my dear friend. I miss our friendship. I miss our long conversations and sharing of memories. I miss our daily conversations, even when she was out of town. I miss her giving me advise that I did not follow and when something did not work out the way I planned, she would say, “Jackolyn, didn’t I tell you so.” And we would laugh.I miss her dressing at Thanksgiving time and the cakes that she always said she had a trick in making them.

I met Gloria in the early 1980’s, she instantly became my friend and was loved so much by my mother. Theolis Jackson, that momma adopted her as a daughter. My husband’s family, the Hawkins adopted her as a cousin. Gloria was invited to all the family events, holidays, the family meetings, and she attended every family reunion (even two in Florida that I did not attend).

Happy Birthday, MOM

March 14, 2018

He broke the mold when he made you, Mom. Your strength was always misunderstood by those who were blind and misled, but cherished by those who truly knew your heart. Your compassion was immeasurable and though you were not particularly vocal about your spirituality, you exemplified the compassion and spirit of Christ Our Lord! I am confident that God delivered you into heaven. Happy Birthday! Rest in paradise, Old Lady!

I love you,

Jackie

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