Judy Hayes, 79, of Sherwood, AR, went peacefully into the presence of her Savior, Sunday morning, December 7, 2025. She died at home in her sleep with her beloved husband, Rev. Sammy Hayes, by her side.

She was a gifted musician-singer and accompanied her husband in ministry across the United States and into Africa and India. Her devotion in life was her faith and her family. She was a devoted wife and doting mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband of almost 58 years, Rev. Sammy Hayes; two daughters, Mimi Martin and grandchild, Halle; Holly (Lee) MacMurdo and grandchildren, Jordyn, Reese, Cole, Haley and Jake; and 8 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Carrol, Richard and Ray Wagley and two sisters, Becky Caldwell and Murlene Swift. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Floy Wagley.

A family hosted memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, with visitation starting at 10:30 a.m. at Christian Assembly, 10601 Highway 107, Sherwood, AR. Rev. David Maynard will be the officiating minister.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Love A Child Ministries at loveachild.com.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com