Mary Jane Hayes

M. Jane Hayes, 82 of Blue Springs, MO passed away Tuesday December 23, 2025 at her residence. Cremation is planned with a memorial Mass held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 16, 2025 at St. Mark Catholic Church with inurnment to follow at 2:00 p.m., at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO. Donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society

Mary Jane Hayes was born in Macon, MO. on July 3, 1943 to Edna and William Barton. Jane was raised in Palmyra, MO. along with her brother John. After graduation Jane went to work for AT&T in the mail room and ended up as supervisor for computer programming and she retired in this capacity after 30 years.

During Jane's first marriage she was blessed with a son, Jeffrey William Morgan. In Jane's second marriage to Ronald Hayes, she was blessed with two stepsons, Mike Hayes and Chris Hayes who also loved her dearly and learned much from her guidance and example.

Jane was a gifted avid quilter and completed and gifted many quilts to friends and family. Jane was blessed with seven grandchildren in her 39 years of marriage to Ron: Izabel, Robert, Alexandria, Ethan, Samuel, Tayla, and Patrick.

Although this past year was complicated by health challenges, Jane never lost sight of her faith, which remained a source of strength and comfort throughout her life.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600)