George E. Hayes, 72, of Penn Yan, N.Y., passed away at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 18, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 4 at Emmanual Baptist Church, 332 Main St., Penn Yan. A brief service will be held at 1 p.m. at the church, followed by a reception and a time for everyone to gather to celebrate his life and memories.

George was an assistant manager for P&C in Penn Yan for over 30 years and attended Emmanual Baptist Church. He also worked as a volunteer for the Penn Yan Fire Department and Fire Police. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Rose; children, Robert (Katrina) Hayes of Penn Yan; daughter-in-law, Amanda Hayes; brothers, Randy Hayes, Roger Hayes; four grandchildren, Lyam, Lillyann, Rebecca and Damion Hayes. He was predeceased by his son James Hayes, and brothers, Donald and Barry Hayes.

Those wishing to remember George may consider a donation in his memory to the Penn Yan Volunteer Fire Department, 125 Elm St., Penn Yan, NY 14527 or Emmanual Baptist Church. You may leave a condolence for the family in his obituary at WeldonFuneralHome.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Weldon Funeral Home.