Edward Glen Hayes of Charlesotn, IL, formerly of rural Westfield, IL passed away Sept. 24, 2022 at his home. He was born June 4, 1939 in Charleston, IL to Philip and Mildred Hayes. He married Virginia Goekler and they are the parents of Jennifer (Richard) Salin and grandparents of Lillian. Ed served in the U.S. Army for 3 years of which 22 months were served in Insadong, Korea during the Korean War. He was a lifetime member the Paul McVey VFW Post #1592, Masonic Lodge #35 AF & AM of Charleston, IL and Past Worthy Patron of Marshall Order of Eastern Star Chapter #739. Ed retired from Eastern IL University where he worked in the heat plant and later worked at Mill Creek Park. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Fred. Private graveside services were held at the Clarksville Cemetery with Pastor Chuck Trent officiating. Military graveside rites in honor of his service were accorded by Marshall VFW Post #5975 and Clark County Post #90 of the American Legion. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.