Dr. Sharon Ann Hayes

Dr. Sharon Ann Hayes departed this life and entered the master’s care on Friday, February 28th, 2025. Sharon was born to the late Horace “Peewee” Hayes and Mrs. Ann Carolyn Abram on January 14th, 1973 in Durham, North Carolina. She was predeceased by her bonus father John W. Abram, her maternal grandparents Mr. Bowman and Bernice McArthur, her paternal grandparents Jack and Dessie Dixion Hayes, her bonus grandparents Mr. John (JP) and Flora Worley Abram.

A Life of Excellence and Service

Sharon’s journey of academic excellence began in the Robeson County School System, where her natural intellect and determination shone brightly. At Fairmont High School, she was an active and accomplished student, participating in the Beta Club, Debate Club, Student Council, Afro-American Club, and French Club, among others. After graduating in 1991, Sharon was accepted into The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, but she soon felt called to a greater mission. In 1993, she enlisted in the United States Air Force, embarking on a distinguished military career that allowed her to travel the world, embrace new cultures, and create lifelong memories that she eagerly shared with her family. While serving her country, Sharon remained committed to personal and academic growth. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Excelsior University and later achieved a Ph.D. from Capella University. After an honorable and dedicated service career, she retired in 2004 with the rank of E6.

A Woman of Faith and Heart

From an early age, Sharon accepted Christ and was deeply rooted in her faith. She grew up attending Mill Branch Baptist Church, and her spiritual journey continued as an active member of both Christian House of Prayer in Killeen, Texas, and Christian House of Prayer in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her faith was not just something she practiced—it was something she lived. She served as the leader of the Greeter’s Ministry, always extending warmth and kindness to those around her. Sharon’s generosity knew no bounds. She believed in the power of giving and sought out ways to bless others with her time, resources, and talents. Her unwavering faith and compassionate spirit made a lasting impact on everyone she encountered.

A Mother’s Greatest Joy

In 2008, while attending Christian House of Prayer in Killeen, Texas, Sharon was blessed with the greatest gift of her life—her beloved son, Josiah Grand. Becoming a mother fulfilled her heart’s deepest desire, and she embraced the role with boundless love, devotion, and joy.

A Legacy of Love

Sharon’s legacy lives on through her son, Josiah Grand, her mother, Ann Carolyn Abram, and her three brothers: Horace Linwood Hayes, Christopher Hayes, and Billy Wayne Abram. She is also lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends, all of whom were touched by her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering love. Though her time on earth was far too brief, Sharon’s impact is eternal. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, service, and resilience—one that will continue to inspire and guide those who knew and loved her. Her light will never dim, and her love will forever remain in our hearts.

A visitation will be held 12:00 -1:00 PM Monday, April 14, 2025 at LaFayette Funeral Home, 6651 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304.

Graveside services will follow at 2:00 PM in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery, 8220 Bragg Blvd, Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

You Never Said “Goodbye”

You never said I’m leaving You never said goodbye You were gone before we knew it, And only God knew why. A million times we needed you,

A million times we cried If love alone could have saved you , You never would have died In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still In our heart you hold a place, That no one will ever fill It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone For part of us went with you, The day God took you home.

“Love your family…”