Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

What kind of world is it where you get such a light prison term for doing such a evil act. But is more important is this good man. The kind of life he led says it all. So kind and good and out there standing up for people who can't stand up for themselves. Rest in peace sir and know that you will never be forgotten.

Jerry
Fellow citizen

November 26, 2022

I am deeply touched by the story of the death of Conservation Officer Loyd Hays and the life he led with his daughters and his wife who I have seen recent reflection comments on this page. A tear was brought to my eye reading these reflections and I thought it would be best if I left my own reflection as a sign of gratitude. The criminal who killed Loyd Hays and his short sentence which was supposed to be a life sentence is a grave miscarriage of Justice. My thoughts are with the family even after such a long time.

Farrington
Researcher

October 1, 2021

Missing you everyday Daddy !! You and Mother watch over Sister for us now she is with you

Daughter
Daughter

May 1, 2021

Missing you today as always Daddy. You will be My Hero forever! Rejoicing for day I will be in your arms. Love forever

Patsy Hays Ward
Daughter

May 1, 2019

Happy Birthday in heaven Daddy.

Patsy Ward
Daughter

September 1, 2015

Missing my Daddy today. So sad he never got to meet his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He would be so proud of them.

Judy Hays Curtis
Daughter

May 3, 2015

A truly brave hero. Very sad that a violent murdering rapist only served 15 years after what he did to this great officer and lady.

Chief Greg Turley
Pell City Police

December 22, 2014

Officer Loyd Hays was a friend and fellow Officer of my father, Captain Jesse Adams, District #2, when Officer Hays was murdered. In honor and remembrance of Officer Loyd Hays and family.

Rob Adams
Son of Captain Jesse Adams, District #2 Supervisor.

September 15, 2014

True hero...May God watch over and bless your family. RIP

Maj. Larry Carter
Norfolk Sheriff's Offce & retired NPD

May 1, 2014

We are all so honored to be your children and grand children. 50 years ago today my life changed forever. I still carry the pain that my 10 year little girl heart felt that day. Loved forever until I can run to your arms again.

Patsy Hays Ward
Daughter

May 1, 2014

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 49th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 6, 2013

How did his killer get parole? What a travesty.

Sgt. Alan Shaddix
Pell City Police Department

May 2, 2013

Always in my heart, Daddy.

Patsy Hays Ward
daughter

May 1, 2013

Today 49 years ago I lost my Daddy and best friend. He was truly a brave and honorable man giving his life protecting citizens. Love you and miss you still.

Judy Hays Curtis
Daughter

May 1, 2013

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

October 31, 2012

This is my uncle Harold Hays brother,so sad.I feel for his family.

Nancy Johnson
Neice

May 1, 2012

Still hurts after all these years. Miss you so much Daddy.

Judy Curtis
Daughter

May 1, 2012

Still miss you Daddy.

Patsy Ward
daughter

May 1, 2012

Thinking of you today Daddy. I still miss you so much but I am fine and am happy that you and Mother are together.

Patsy Ward
daughter

April 20, 2012

Thank you for all your nice comments. He left 5 wonderful children, whom I have the privilege of knowing them all very well. He has many grandchildren and great grandchildren. It is unfortunate that his murderer is out on parole. May he and all the fallen officers rest in peace. Godspeed to them and their families they left behind.

Pam Boysen
Close Friend of the Family

May 31, 2011

Still miss you Daddy on this Christmas day.

Anonymous

December 25, 2010

Area residents still speak of your kindness and bravery. Thank you for your sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.

Officer Chris Dillard
U.S. Tennesse Valley Authority Police

May 1, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

May 1, 2008

On the anniversary of his death, we pause to honor and remember Officer Loyd Hays.

It's a shame that our state had such weak laws and leaders to allow this officer's killer to get out of prison and walk the streets after serving only 15yrs for such a brutal and heinous murder. We're thankful society puts more value on the life of an officer today than back then, but that doesn't excuse such leniency. Our "system" made his family victims a second time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his surving family members.

He will never be forgotten.

Major D.W. Warren
Montgomery Police Dept. - Montgomery, AL

May 1, 2007

Thank you for saving my mothers life.

LCM

March 28, 2007