Winifred Bradabe Hayes

Winifred Bradabe Hayes, 94, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 28, 2020 in Littlefield, TX. She was born April 4, 1926 to Willis Allbritton and Winnie Mary Elizabeth Carroll in Fullbright, TX.

Known as Toby by those closest to her, she was known for her great stories and contagious laugh. An avid reader and gardener, she was also an excellent cook, a loyal fan of the Dallas Cowboys and very devoted to her family.

She married her sweetheart, Gavin Hayes, on Aug. 7, 1944 while he was serving in the Navy during World War ll. After the war ended, Winifred and Gavin moved to Sudan, TX and had five children. In 1968, they moved to Hale Center, TX. They were members of the Church of Christ.

Winifred was the family matriarch and will be sorely missed. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gavin Hayes; daughter, Linda Belcher; grandson, Ronnie Belcher and son-in-law Curtis Archer.

She is survived by her daughters: Nancy Archer, Kathy Eddings and husband, Richard; Janna Gage and husband, Terry; son, Randy Hayes and wife, Susan. Winifred was blessed with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Due to the pandemic, a private graveside service was held on Oct. 1 , 2020 at Resthaven Cemetery with Silas Short officiating. Winifred was laid to rest next to her husband and daughter. Arrangements were under the personal care of Agape Funeral Chapel.