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Mrs. Syble Hinkle Hayes, age 97, of Dothan, Alabama passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 16, 2026 surrounded by her family.

Syble is survived by her daughter, Peggy Hayes Lovelady; her grandson, Russell Hayes Lovelady; numerous nieces and nephews and very special friends, Carina and Don Rummell.

Syble was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Clyde E. Hayes; her parents, Harlis Hinkle and Dessie McClintock Hinkle; her brother, Winfred James Hinkle; and her sister, Melba Hinkle Alexander.

Syble was laid to rest beside her husband on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Forest Hill Cemetery in Birmingham, Alabama.