Gordon P. Hayes

Gordon P. Hayes

Gordon P. Hayes, 91, of Erie, passed away Friday, October 30, 2020 at UPMC Hamot. He was born June 11, 1929 in Erie, a son of the late Michael and Mabel Wright Hayes.

Gordon served in the United States Army.

Gordon was a self-taught mechanic who owned and operated South Erie Garage and a Gulf Station. He was also a car salesman at Harris Ford in the late 60's. He moved to Panama, NY in the 70's and worked for Truck Light until his retirement.

Gordon was an avid reader and his special interest was in the Civil War. He loved animals, vegetable gardening and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters, and his granddaughter, Christina Calabrese.

He is survived by his daughter, Carla Calabrese; two sons, Michael C. Hayes (Paula) and Gordon Hayes (Lisa); his former spouse, Angela DiNicola Hayes, 11 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be private at the family's convenience. Inturnment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The John R. Orlando Funeral Home, Inc is handling arrangements.