Eleanor Lynn (McCarthy) Hayes, 67, wife of the late Jeffrey John Hayes Sr., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Eleanor (Schneider) McCarthy.
Eleanor was a very loving mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren were the light of her life. She adored spending time with them and spoiling them as much as she could. In her down time, she enjoyed reading, flowers, and gardening.
Surviving are her children Rachel Cawley (John), Jeffrey Hayes Jr., and Timothy Hayes; grandchildren Eleanorlynn, Timothy Jr., Daniel, Alexa, and Gwendolyn. She is predeceased by her brothers Thomas and James.
A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society (https://donate.cancer.org/) in Eleanor’s name.