Hayes Jordan Sr., 78, of Erie, PA passed away on December 26, 2019 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in Bells, TN on November 11, 1941 to the late Fred and Lily (Elam) Jordan, Sr.

Hayes was a faithful Deacon at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. He volunteered at the Community of Caring Food Bank for fifteen years and enjoyed fixing cars.

Hayes retired from the Erie Coke plant after working there for most of his adult life.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Katie Rucker, Berdel Hicks-Cole, Mattie Gregory, Verlena Jordan, Lois Anderson, and Cecelia Quinn (twin); and his brothers, Robert Sr., Fred "FJ" Jr., and Charles Jordan Sr.

Hayes will be remembered by his beloved family, including two sons, Gualmaine "Jermaine" Gray, and Hayes Jordan Jr. (Omanyra) both of Erie, PA; one daughter, Katrina Jordan, Aliquippa, PA; one sister, Freddie Mae Martin (Willis Sr.), Erie, PA; seven grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Friends may visit with the family at Family Worship Center, 1201 Parade Street, on Saturday, January 11, 2020, from 12 pm to 1pm, where a service will immediately follow with Pastor Leona Stewart eulogizing. Interment will be private. Professional services entrusted to Pitts Funeral Home 2926 Pine Avenue, Erie, PA 16504

In Lieu of flowers and in keeping with Hayes' giving spirit, memorials may be made to the Community of Caring Food Bank 245 E. 8 ^th St., Erie, PA 16503.