Danyel K. Hayes

Danyel Kaylynn Hayes, 38, of Ravenna, died Saturday, February 13, 2010 at Regency Hospital. She was born December 26, 1971 in Akron, to Star (Sturgeon) Tryon. Danyel attended Weaver School & Workshop in Tallmadge and United Disabilities in Akron and Kent. Danyel competed in the Special Olympics and won many medals in various events. She enjoyed latch hook projects, dancing and music, especially Michael Jackson. Danyel enjoyed pizza day and was known for her love of receiving paychecks from United Disabilities. She is survived by her mother, Star (Sturgeon) Tryon of Ravenna; brothers and sisters, Debra (Glenn) Messner of Ravenna, Roger Hayes of Stow, Thomas Hayes of Ravenna, Shannon Hayes of Uniontown, Adam Hayes of Akron and April Tryon of Akron; grandfather, Alfred Sturgeon of Cuyahoga Falls; several aunts and uncles; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Ella Sturgeon and Thelma Splan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Danyel Hayes Memorial Fund at any First Merit Bank. Private services will be held at a later date. Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory are handling the arrangements.