Muriel E. Hays

Private family funeral services for Muriel E. Hays, 91, Lawrence, KS, will be held 11:00 am, Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. You may live-stream the service beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday on the Warren-McElwain Mortuary website at warrenmcelwain.com. Private burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence, KS. Muriel passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Neuvant House of Lawrence.

Muriel was born on October 22, 1929 in Chippewa Falls, WI, the daughter of Kahny and Bernice (Ayers) Lekvin.

She was an Administrative typist for the University of Kansas for 13 years.

Muriel was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Naomi Group, Evie’s Bible Study and Couples Group. She volunteered at the church for communion coffee, alter care, usher, counting offering, nursery, and on sewing workday. She was also a LMH volunteer. When she was in Okinawa with her husband, she was in the typing pool for the military.

She married Robert A. Hays on February 16, 1951. He preceded her in death on February 6, 1981.

Survivors include her children; Barbara Hays Jefferson (Stanley) Kansas City, MO, Patricia L. Roseberry, Lawrence, Thomas M. Hays, Creighton; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her son, Robert “Bobby” O. Hays.

Memorial contributions may be made in Muriel’s name to VNA Hospice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

20 Condolences

  1. Cheryl Turlin on February 15, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    My deepest condolences to all the family members. What a great loss to loose your mother at anytime in life. May you all find blessing in the memories you share.



  2. corabell c roberts on February 15, 2021 at 11:37 pm

    My deepest condolences to the whole family. My thoughts are with you.



  3. Clare Galloway on February 16, 2021 at 3:47 am

    Barabara and family,
    Sending my prayers and condolences your way, i know you loved your mother amd its hard have a parent pass away, but i am sure she is proud of you and all your boys and grandbabies , and smiling from heaven, just kniw i am here for you at any time,
    love you all,
    Clare Galloway and family



  4. Clare Galloway on February 16, 2021 at 3:48 am

    Barbara and family,
    Sending my prayers and condolences your way, i know you loved your mother and its hard have a parent pass away, but i am sure she is proud of you and all your boys and grandbabies , and smiling from heaven, just know i am here for you at any time,
    love you all,
    Clare Galloway and family



  5. Jo Ellen Kasson on February 16, 2021 at 7:23 am

    Barbara, Patti and Tom, I was sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I think the last time I saw her was when she came to visit Dad when he was in Pioneer Ridge. I wish I could be there for you, but know I’ll be watching from home. Hugs to all of you!



  6. Lisa Edgerton-Johnston on February 16, 2021 at 7:55 am

    Patti, Tom and Barbara,
    Sorry to hear about your moms loss. Big hugs and know that many will be watching the live stream.



  7. Mark Roseberry on February 16, 2021 at 9:19 am

    A lovely soul, and delightful human being. Enjoyed the times I got to know her and attended her family reunions, getting to meet her extended relations.
    To Patti, Barbara, and Tom my most sincere condolences.
    Peace be with you.



  8. Jill Schaake-Morgison on February 16, 2021 at 11:39 am

    Tom and family (Michelle)-
    So sorry to hear of the passing of Muriel. My thoughts and prayers to everyone at this sad time.



  9. Brandon Eisman on February 16, 2021 at 12:55 pm

    Patti and family,
    I am so lucky to have been able to spend time and get to know Muriel before she passed. My thoughts are with you all at this time.



  10. Marta on February 16, 2021 at 1:11 pm

    Patti and Family, We are thinking of you at this sorrowful time and wish you much peace and comfort.
    Marta and Jimmy Calderon



  11. Jackie Bunnell on February 16, 2021 at 5:14 pm

    Patti & Family
    May many fond memories help ease the pain in your hearts.



  12. ROSE FOSTER on February 16, 2021 at 5:30 pm

    Patti: I know how much you loved your mother. I remember her from Trinity Lutheran Church. Please know we are here for you during this tough time.



  13. Deanna Stover on February 17, 2021 at 10:15 am

    Dear Patti and Family,

    We hold you close in our hearts and offer our deepest empathy as you navigate this deep loss. The legacy of your mom’s love lives on in each of you; and her love and spirit will shine in each precious memory.

    Love and Peace,
    Dee and Nate Stover



  14. Gloria and Craig Jacob on February 18, 2021 at 10:13 am

    Sorry to hear about Muriel’s passing. Such a sweet lady. I am rembering Muriel sitting in one of the back pews at Trinity folding a bulletin into shapes of a hat or boat, etc. to keep our kids intertained. Sending prayers to her family.



  15. George & Kristi Taylor on February 18, 2021 at 10:48 am

    Patti, Tom, & Barbara
    Our condoleneces on the loss of your Mom. Auntie M, was a great lady, always caring, loving to everyone she knew. We will miss her greatly. Our thought and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
    Love & hugs
    George & Kristi Taylor



  16. Connie Rae Cohoon Zook on February 18, 2021 at 11:44 am

    Such a lovely service that would have met the approval of Aunt Muriel. When the strong women of our family pass on to their final home we naturally mourn our loss. But we must remember how important it would be to Aunt Muriel that she left some of her strength to all of us. She is still there and still watches over all. We were blessed to have known her and to have our own memories of her for which I am always grateful. I know the group waiting for her was large. It is nice to know that Uncle Owen, with his patience wearing thin, was calling her to join them. Love and strength, patience and caring are message she has left for us all. To my cousins, we here in Wisconsin love you all.



  17. Helen Matthias on February 18, 2021 at 11:44 am

    Patti, Tom and Barbara,
    What a Beautiful service. Picturing you Mom and Dad reuniting in Heaven is a great comfort.
    Please know that you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
    Love Mark and Helen



  18. Mark Matthias on February 18, 2021 at 11:46 am

    Barbara and Patty,
    You spoke well and eloquently. I especially liked the thought about the hawk. I think you are both strong women. Hello to Tom. May your mother Rest in the Peace of the Lord.



  19. Maggie Kruger on February 18, 2021 at 11:52 am

    So very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was the best neighbor and always made time to visit with me. I know she loved each of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and during your time of healing. May you be comforted with all the memories you have of your mother and the time you spent with her.

    My deepest sympathy,
    Maggie Kruger



  20. Hatfield on February 18, 2021 at 12:30 pm

    Tom, Barbara and Patty. The service was lovely and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Larry and Ruthie Hatfield



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