Paul Leroy Hayden

paul hayden

Paul Leroy Hayden, 71, of Peru peacefully passed away with his family and friends by his side on April 28th, 2016. Paul loved his family, relished life, and knew no stranger. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed traveling, and made everyone he met feel like family.

He was born in Logansport on May 15, 1944, to Robert and Margaret (Lehmann) Hayden. He graduated from Logansport High School in 1962. He served in the United States Army for 4 years. After the Army, he began a 40-year career with BF Goodrich, Zurcher Tire, Paul’s Tire, and Neil Tire. He was actively involved in the Peru Lions Club, Meals on Wheels, and the Miami County Chamber of Commerce.

Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Paula (Tucker) Hayden. He is also survived by his children Angela Humes, Matthew (wife Andrea) Hayden, John (wife Cecilia) Nightingale, Edward (wife Tannis) Nightingale, Jennifer Lane, Aaron Nightingale; his grandchildren Alli Latislaw, Kira Humes, Luka Humes, Eli Lane, Anna Lane, Garrett Hayden, Evelyn Hayden, Wesley Hayden, Avaleigh Nightingale, and Evie Nightingale. He also leaves behind his brother Richard Hayden, his sister Carol Sue Perkins, the mother of his children Kristine Hayden, nieces, nephews, and loving friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers Robert and Donald Hayden.

Paul is leaving behind many friends and family members but is peacefully fishing at the Crystal Sea with our Lord and Savior.

Friends may call from 2:00 to 7:00 PM Tuesday, May 3rd at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home in Peru. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 4th at 10:00 AM at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home with pastors Carol Zumwalt and John Clayton officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru.

He will be honored with a veteran service performed by the Miami County Military Rites Team. Memorial offerings may be given to The Paul Hayden Family through Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

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