The former Olympic champion sprint star appers to have made a niche for himself in the pro football ranks. Dallas Cowboys fleet-footed end Bob Hayes sits on bench during their game with the Washington Redskins to get an injured leg rubbed down, Sept. 27, 1965 . Sincerely, Frances E. Jones Watson (Matthew W. Gilbert's Class '60). Hayes, Robert (Bob), 76, passed away this morning (June 25, 2009) at his home in Halifax, NS, with his family at his side. It ignores the subject. a great legend who will be forever missed and honored. He will be missed but not forgotten. Bob Hayes weighed 187 lbs (84 kg) when playing. The mortgage servicer agreed to a 30-day extension just before a foreclosure hearing Tuesday. 2700 Via Fortuna, Suite 350 WebBob Hayes Height, Weight & Measurements At 60 years old, Bob Hayes height is 6' (1.83 m) . One day in his dorm room while playing cards, he was asked along with other team players who would like to go on a double-date with Judy Wieckum, Dana said. He would either win and be embraced at the doughnut shop and people would send him out with a dozen free doughnuts or he would lose and didnt dare walk in," she said. Please check your email for a confirmation. We just had to wait on time." He meant so much to me as a player and then coaching with him.. Great guy.. I miss my dads laugh. You did not forget us, you remembered us. Our prayers are with your loved ones. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. On behalf of the Officers and Directors of the Florida Sports Hall of Fame, I want to express our deepest sympathies to the family of Bob Hayes for their loss. Robert "Bob" Edward Hayes. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. He has three children and has been married and divorced three times. Lucille Hester has, according to Taylor, led a rather fantastic life -- "Forest Gump''-like, really. College recruiters make all manner of unrealistic promises -- and when a player signs they hustle to lure someone even better at his position. He finished his career with 371 catches for 7,414 yards (20.0 yards per catch) and 71 touchdowns, which remains a Cowboys receiving record. Bob Hayes Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College | Pro Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. [7][8], He began his career at a small 1,000-watt radio station in West Virginia and held various on-air positions at stations in West Virginia and Ohio. But shockingly few bother to consider the trip back down, that some sort of sporting phaseout -- or at least academic cushion -- is necessary for someone whose career ends before middle age. Obituary. While we are saddened, we also rejoice that we were blessed to have you for such a time as this. Hayes, who was named the Class B regional Coach of the Year in 1985, said afterward he didnt think 10 people outside of Montrose thought the Rams could win. And off you go into oblivion. Everything We Know About Serial Killer Robert Yates' Wife Robert Lee Bullet Bob Hayes was an Olympic sprinter turned NFL wide receiver for the Cowboys once regarded as one of the fastest men in the world. BOB WILL SURELY BE MISSED BUT ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR HELP COMETH FROM THE LORD. May God be with you, and he will at all times. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. He was 59. CONTINUE TO LOOK TO THE HILLS. weeping may endure over night but joy surley comes in the morning. Bob Hayes Hall of Famer Dennis Reinhart still winning, Dennis Reinhart wins 200th game in playoff opener, Montrose looking like state championship contender, Tony Annese inducted into coaches Hall of Fame. Ways to honor Bob Hayes's life and legacy. A physical education teacher at Montrose, Hayes had a career record of 110-71 that included a 98-67 record at Montrose. Can this franchise ever do anything without drama? McGee graduated from London High School in 1976. THE FAMILY THAT PRAY TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER. Bob Hayes was 6-0 (183 cm) tall. Jay Inslee essentially halted the state's death penalty by refusing to sign any execution orders. But they remember it as some fond memories up in the mountains in that one-room cabin.. I grew up watching Bob Hayes and the Dallas Cowboys, Thanks for the memories, Grace and Peace unto the family. Theres no place like home and this is home, she said. I bought it. May God always shine upon you and your family. ** TV OUT MAGS OUT **, Bob Hayes Jr., left, and presenter, Hall of Fame quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys' Roger Staubach,. Dallas Cowboys' Bob Hayes lets smoke trail from his mouth as he ponders a question during. GOD BLESS AND STAY ENCOURAGE. But she said Bob took care of many details surrounding his estate before he died in an effort to try and make things easier on his family until the end of his life. Bob "Bullet" Hayes of the Dallas Cowboys, is pictured in 1965. Hayes In the NFL, George Allen was one of the few executives who gave his players a shakedown season, at full pay to prepare for full-time return to the real world. You will be sorely missed. it's all Jerry's fault! Coming out of school, the money was better than you could make -- I would have been an engineer -- not quite twice as good. And may God bless you all. [6] In 2014 he was inducted in the inaugural class of the Fine Arts Hall of Fame of the London City Schools. My condolences to the Hayes family in thier time of grief. Very odd situation. 201 E. 5th Street, Suite 1810 Former Montrose football coach Bob Hayes is flanked by wife Judy, son Eric and daughter Dana at his retirement dinner. He established a legacy of excellence that will be difficult to surpass. Dallas Cowboys' Bob Hayes lets smoke trail from his mouth as he ponders a question during a question and answer session with the press in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on January 14, 1971. I actually think it was the first time I'd heard the City of Jacksonville mention on national TV. What an honor to have come from the same home-town as "Bullet" Bob Hayes. Hayes played for the Cowboys from 1965-74 and his 71 career touchdown receptions remains the Cowboys club record. He was a devoted husband, wonderful dad and caring papa. WebBob Hayes was born in Jacksonville, FL. Literally, Hayes ran most teams out of their defenses. Published by Florida Times-Union on Sep. 19, 2002. While they are separated, the two both expressed hope to salvage the relationship in the future. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real news you can count on. I know that he knows that you do belong in the Hall of Fame for football not just in the Ring of Honor and real Cowboys fans thank you for the years of service in making the team America's Team, forever. Behind every dark cloud, There's a silver lining, After this rain storm, there's a bright new start, Weeping May endure for a night but Joy-Joy cometh in the morning. Bob Hayes, a 1964 Tokyo Olympic gold medalist and now a Dallas Cowboys football player, right,. Star receiver for the Dallas Cowboys Bob Hayes, gives an autograph to Cynthia Bane of Chicago, at Miami, Fla., Jan. 14, 1971. Although I did not know him personally, I heard he was an outstanding man at Florida A & M University. Bob Wando High legend Bob Hayes passed away, family member Robert Lee Hayes died of heart failure about 11:15 p.m. Wednesday at Shands Jacksonville hospital. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Craig Morton gives teammate Bob Hayes a hug in the dressing room after. I should mention that in some cultures or regions, the word. Bob Hayes and Mel Pender: A story of two legendary US sprinters FULL SPEED AHEAD Bob Hayes stormed through the 64 Tokyo Games; Mel Penders Olympic moment came later. Its mine. How tall was Bob Hayes? Bob Hayes And he loved to spend time laughing.. But Reinhart helped fill that void a few years later. So, though your heart is aching, and filled with sorrow, too. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. During his nine-minute speech presenting Hayes for induction, Staubach acknowledged that his teammate faced difficult challenges, "some more than most of us go through." For 37 years, he has hosted the Bob Hayes Invitational Track and Field Meet, considered one of the premier high school events in the world, at Raines High School. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Roger Staubach 2009 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony, CANTON, OH - AUGUST 8: Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach speaks about former teammate Bob. Hayes got injured in the game against Cleveland Browns and and was having X-rays made to determine the extent of the injury. We were college sweethearts, said Altamease Hayes. Running star of the Dallas Cowboys Bob Hayes makes his autograph on the back of a Japanese youngster at a Tokyo department store, March 21, 1974. Hayes beat Gibson by .02 seconds with a 5.01 time. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. You will never be forgotten. FILE - In an Oct. 15, 1964, file photo, United States' Bob Hayes waves to the crowd from the victory stand after winning the men's 100-meter dash finals at the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics. But perhaps even larger than his physical stature was Hayes love of family, ability to motivate athletes and the amount of kindness he displayed on a daily basis. June is an intriguing character in that she clearly cares about Oscar, but only so much that shell risk his health and well-being to do a TV spot. The break between Hayes and the Cowboys -- and later the 49ers -- was bitter. By most accounts, he was vastly underpaid as a player. You couldnt ask for anyone nicer. Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Bob Hayes waves to the fans as he is driven into Texas Stadium in Irving, Texas, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2001, for induction to the Cowboys Ring of Honor. To the family of Bob Hayes, A life so rich and loving, so generous and kind, can't help but leave a legacy of memories behind. Judy had health issues of her own but the couple didnt let their problems stop them from enjoying life. Bob took care of his wife until the day came when he watched Ann pass away without being able to do anything to help her. "All of a sudden, everything's gone. It was revealed in a very personal podcast with Dr. Will Miller that Chick and Jessica were no longer romantically involved. -- Dana said her dad wasnt one to pat himself on the back, something that was obvious when Eric an All-State wrestler and football standout from the class of 1983 was throwing the shot put at Montrose. I know he was in and out of a helluva lot of deals.".