William Mayne Hayden Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

William Mayne Hayden, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully in his home in Columbus, Ohio, on Wednesday January 12, 2022. He lived a life dedicated to family and the service of others. Bill will be deeply missed by those whose lives he touched. He will be lovingly remembered for his booming sneeze and laugh, award-winning Irish soda bread, abiding faith, and devotion to his beloved wife, Nora. Bill was born on April 5, 1933 in Duluth, Minnesota, the second son of three, to Ella and Raymond Hayden. He graduated from St. Johns Preparatory in Collegeville, Minnesota where he studied philosophy and theology, building the foundation of his faith that would last his lifetime. He went on to serve his country in the Navy during the Korean War. After his military service, he earned his Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Bill’s career as a corporate attorney took him from Milwaukee, to Chicago, and finally to Columbus. He was most proud of his volunteer work with at-risk youth in Children’s Court, advocating for those without a voice. He married the love of his life, Nora Keating Hayden, in 1976. They shared an amazing life together raising children, traveling to Ireland whenever possible, and supporting their community. They were among the original founders of the popular Irish Festival held in Dublin, Ohio. Nora passed away in 2012. During his remaining years he was loved and supported by family, friends, and many who cared for him. Remembering Bill are loved ones who shared their lives with him including his brothers Ronald and Richard Hayden; his children Mary Claire Kitayama, Timothy Hayden, Doreen Metzler, and Michael Walsh; his grandchildren Meghan Hayden, Claire Kitayama, Ian and Wyatt Hayden, Molly Metzler, Ryan, Tommy, and Danny Walsh; Nora’s sisters and brother Mary, Kathleen, Eileen, and Pat; along with great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, friends, and colleagues. A Memorial Service celebrating Bill’s life will be held Tuesday April 5 at 10:00am at the St. Thomas More Newman Center Catholic church located at 64 W Lane Avenue in Columbus Ohio. You can visit www.buckeyecatholic.com view the service livestream. It can also be accessed via the buckeye catholic YouTube channel. He will be laid to rest in Ireland and reunited with his beloved Nora. In lieu of flowers, Bill’s family asks that you make a donation to the MS Society, St. Vincent De Paul Society, or United Way of Greater Los Angeles to continue his and Nora’s life commitment to service and community.

William Mayne Hayden

April 5, 1933 - January 12, 2022