Della J. Hardwick-Hayes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Della J. Hardwick-Hayes of Godfrey, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 25, 2025 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William W. Hardwick and Mary A. Hardwick (Loyd); her siblings, Kenneth Hardwick and Jacqueline K. Owens; her brother-in-law Edward Owens; her daughter-in-law Janie McCann; her former husband Paul M. McCann; her children, David McCann of Alton, Sue White (Dave) of Menifee, CA and Brett McCann (Atoosa) of Ballwin, MO.; and her husband Earl H. Hayes.
She is survived by: her grandchildren, Dustin McCann (Danielle) of Roxana, IL, Jacob McCann of Maryland Heights, MO, Dylan White (Alexandria) of La Quinta, CA, Sydney White of Menifee, CA, Emir Alci of Ballwin, MO and Ashley Reed of Alton, IL; and her great grandchildren, Reese McCann, Rainey Reed and Xander Highsmith.
Visitation was held on Thursday, August 7th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home - Godfrey (1313 W Delmar Ave, Godfrey, IL 62035). A funeral service was held on Thursday, August 7th 2025 at 5:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials can be made to Multiple Sclerosis or Vietnam Veterans of America Della is forever loved and will be greatly missed. Keep Della's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
