Marvin Toad Hays

Marvin "Toad" Hays WWII Veteran/Railroad Conductor Marvin "Toad" Hays, 87 of Bloomington, Indiana died peacefully on Saturday April 20, 2013 at Morgan County Health Center. He recently celebrated his 87th birthday on April 3rd. Toad was born in Bloomington, Indiana in 1926. He lived a long, rewarding life. Toad (as well as others) often remarked with amazement at his longevity. He enjoyed fishing, trips to the casino, driving in the country with friends, and traveling throughout the United States. Later in his life he enjoyed sitting on the front porch. He also enjoyed his 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. His first jobs as a teenager included pumping gas and working as a soda jerk at Woolworth's. Toad was a World War II Veteran proudly serving in the US Navy. After returning from the Navy he worked for the Monon, L&N, and CSX railroads retiring after 40 years of service. He loved railroading! Toad was a member of the American Legion, Moose Lodge 1081, and the VFW local 604. Toad was most proud of his six brothers who also served their country. David Hays US Army still lives in Bloomington, IN. He was preceded in death by his remaining five brothers, Jack Hays, US Army; Bill Hays, US Army; Bob Hays, 28 years US Army; John Hays, US Army; and Dick Hays, US Navy. A memorial picture of all seven brothers proudly hangs in his local VFW (604) Club. Toad is survived by his patient and loving wife of 65 years, Wilma Hays. Also survived by sons, Steven L. (Jean) Hays of Columbus, IN; Dennis L. Hays of Bloomfield, IN; daughter, Marvanna (John) Logsdon of South Daytona Beach, Florida. A special thanks for all the support from Neighbors, Ambulance Crew, VFW, and Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter & Lorraine Hays and siblings Danny Hays, Peggy Smith, Betty Archer, Reba Taberaux, and Maxine Samuals. Services will be 1pm Wednesday April 24, 2013 at Allen Funeral Home 4155 S. Old State Road 37 Bloomington, IN with visitation 4-8pm Tuesday April 23, 2013 at the funeral home and 11-1pm prior to services on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the local VFW (604) Club. Allen Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Friends can send condolences to www.allenfuneralhome.org

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Marvin Toad Hays

April 3, 1926 - April 20, 2013