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“Missing you on your birthday, big brother! Know you're in a better place, but can't help feeling heartbroken for all the loves who you left behind. ...Read More »
1 of 98 | Posted by: Janice Hayden Johnston - AR

“Mike and I were in the same pledge class. Mike did not change in looks very much from those days I might say. He was always a nice fellow. I kept up...Read More »
2 of 98 | Posted by: rob jolliff - St Francisville., LA

“So sorry to here about Mike. I don't think we have seen each other since high school, but we were friends and I always knew he was a real nice guy. ...Read More »
3 of 98 | Posted by: Janet (Wilson) Henderson - AR

“Very thankful to have known and worked with Mike for over thirty years at Union Life and ABCBS. There wasn't an issue that Mike's expertise and...Read More »
4 of 98 | Posted by: Nadine Rail - Little Rock, AR

“I was so sorry to hear about Mike. We had alot of fun growing up. He was a good friend. ”
5 of 98 | Posted by: Janet Jones Scherm - Stuttgart, AR

“Mike Hayden was one of those rare, well-rounded individuals who always brought both great insight and great fun to whatever tasks were at hand. At...Read More »
6 of 98 | Posted by: Allen Henry - Vilonia, AR

“I am so sorry to hear about Mike. May God strengthen you in the days that lays ahead. ”
7 of 98 | Posted by: Barbara (Doss) Werner - Redfield, AR

“I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He was such a great guy. I pray that God gives you the strength you need to go through the days ahead and that...Read More »
8 of 98 | Posted by: Starr Davenport Kemp - McGehee, AR

“So sorry to hear about Mike. I always enjoyed the time I was around him - he was a good friend and classmate. He always made me laugh. My sincere...Read More »
9 of 98 | Posted by: Jan (Barlow) Insinga

“I grew up with Mike from 2nd grade until we graduated from Watson Chapel High School in 1972. Mike was a great guy. We were in the WCHS marching band...Read More »
10 of 98 | Posted by: Paul M. Terry - Tampa Bay, FL

“I grew up with Mike. I am sorry for your loss. ”
11 of 98 | Posted by: Doug Treanor - Oxford, MS

“I have so much respect and admiration for Mike and over the many years that I worked with him, grew to love him as part of my extended family. Mike...Read More »
12 of 98 | Posted by: Anita Cates - Cabot, AR

“Working with Mike was great. He was smart, creative, and very practical. There were so many times we sat around a room trying to solve some problem...Read More »
13 of 98 | Posted by: Curtis Barnett - Sherwood, AR

“" May his Soul Rest In Peace " ”
14 of 98 | Posted by: Sukumar - LIittle Rock, AR

“Working with Mike has truly been a pleasure for well over a decade. Besides being smart, dependable and having an awesome memory, Mike is someone...Read More »
15 of 98 | Posted by: Patrick Edwards - Maumelle, AR

“Mike was a great person to work for, and had a great sense of humor. He was always willing to answer questions no matter how difficult they were....Read More »
16 of 98 | Posted by: Alan Myatt - Little Rock, AR

“My sincere condolences. I enjoyed working with Mike he always made time and had a smile. I was always impressed that he never took notes and always...Read More »
17 of 98 | Posted by: Laura Wedaman - jacksonville, AR

“Michael was a good friend, we worked together since the early 90's, and a man you could always count on, we shared and enjoyed many a story, my...Read More »
18 of 98 | Posted by: David Bridges - co-worker

“Mike was extremely funny, witty, charming, and sweet. He never hesitated to help anyone. His dry sense of humor was refreshing, and his love for...Read More »
19 of 98 | Posted by: Tonya Hall - ABCBS, AR

“I worked with Mike for 12 years here at ABCBS and worked closely with him at times. He was the nicest person and so smart. I will miss him greatly....Read More »
20 of 98 | Posted by: Patty Arendale - AR - co-worker

“Mike was very well thought of by everyone who had the pleasure of working with him at ABCBS. He will truly be missed. My prayers are with his...Read More »
21 of 98 | Posted by: Marcus James - Little Rock, AR

“Mike was such a pleasure to work with. He was kind, friendly and always got the job done. He will be missed. My thoughts & prayers go out to his...Read More »
22 of 98 | Posted by: Stacy Lovell - Co-Worker

“So sorry to learn of Mikes passing.My thoughts and prayers are with his family ”
23 of 98 | Posted by: david anderson - pine bluff, AR

“No matter what, my Dad could always make me laugh. I will miss his bright blue eyes and the way they would light up when he looked at my daughters. ...Read More »
24 of 98 | Posted by: Melissa Hayden Settle - AR

“Family is in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories sustain you through this difficult time and God guide you each day. ”
25 of 98 | Posted by: Pat Cllark - Sheridan, AR

“I find myself at a loss for words, which as you know, never happens. You were such an amazing man, father, son, husband, granddad, and father-in-law....Read More »
26 of 98 | Posted by: Ashley Hayden - Benton, AR

“So sorry for the lose of Michael. He will be missed dearly. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all. ”
27 of 98 | Posted by: Karen Hayden - Platteville, CO

“The family is in our thoughts and prayers. ”
28 of 98 | Posted by: Kendra, Wes and Liam Hernandez - CO

“I am saddened by the sudden loss of Michael. Betty, I am grieving with you and your family as you attempt to recover. Please let me help in any way...Read More »
29 of 98 | Posted by: Evelyn Williams - Benton, IL

“So saddened by the news of Mike's passing. To the entire family, esp. Aunt Betty, Marcy, & Janice, I am so sorry and send my thoughts and prayers...Read More »
30 of 98 | Posted by: Becky Meeker - Jefferson City, MO

“Mary, Matt, Kyle and Melissa, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to each and every one of you. You are in my thoughts and...Read More »
31 of 98 | Posted by: Donna Williams - Arkadelphia, AR

“Although we didn't spend much time growing up together,I still remember Mike tickling me as a little girl. He would pick me up by my feet and hang me...Read More »
32 of 98 | Posted by: Jo Anna Hayden - Aurora, CO

“BETTY AND FAMILEY,SO SHOCKED ANDSWORRY NFOR THE PASSING OF MJKE. HE WAS A HANDSOME YOUNG MAN, AND MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL BETTY MY PRAYERS GO...Read More »
33 of 98 | Posted by: PAUL & MARY MCHAN - COLUMBIA, TN

“I used to play with Mike everyday when we were little and he will always be Peewee to me. His loss is so great and I am so sorry. ”
34 of 98 | Posted by: Lynda Matthews Burke - AR

“May God be with you. Our prayers are with the family to comfort and ease the pain during this time. ”
35 of 98 | Posted by: Leah Tibbs - Resaca, GA - Cousin

“Marcy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless You all. ”
36 of 98 | Posted by: Pam Watts Pankey - Pine Bluff, AR

“Janice, I had to cry for you yesterday. We are so sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you at this time. Just think that one day we will not have...Read More »
37 of 98 | Posted by: Philip and Shelba Barranco - AR

“Your humor will always be memorable, your laughter was unmeasureable, I will miss you my friend. ”
38 of 98 | Posted by: Toni Lovell - Little Rock, AR

“What a wonderful honor it was to know and work with Mike! He was such a nice and caring person to everyone he met. I continue to pray for your family...Read More »
39 of 98 | Posted by: Kim Story - Cabot, AR - co-worker

“I first started working with Mike 30+ years ago at National Investors. We both moved to Union life and then to USAble. Over the years I came to...Read More »
40 of 98 | Posted by: Martha Dail - Little Rock, AR

“Marcy and family, I'm sorry for your loss .We're all thinking of you all at this time. Keep the faith and know mike was a special one in our hearts....Read More »
41 of 98 | Posted by: marty hayden - platteville, CO

“There isn't a harsh word that can be said about Mike. He was one of the nicest guys that there ever was. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be...Read More »
42 of 98 | Posted by: Kim Phillips - North Little Rock, AR

“Marcy-my heart goes out to you and your Mom. May God bless you and keep you during this hard time. Love and Peace ”
43 of 98 | Posted by: Danny and Carla Mathews - TX

“Mary,Matt and Kyle I know it is really tought on you right now but your love and faith will get you throught this loss. May God be with you at this...Read More »
44 of 98 | Posted by: Bob Bennett - Bryant, AR

“May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. I pray for your strength. ”
45 of 98 | Posted by: Jean Wilkins - Hensley, AR

“Mike was a special person. He never met a stranger and was a great friend to many. He was so easy to talk to and always made me smile. AND, he was an...Read More »
46 of 98 | Posted by: Tracy Milholland - Little Rock, AR

“My heartfelt condolences to your family. ”
47 of 98 | Posted by: Nancy Settle - Conway, AR

“It will be hard at first, but with time when you look up to the sky you with think of your Daddy and smile. He will always be watching over you. God...Read More »
48 of 98 | Posted by: Kelly White - Edmond, OK - Friend

“Heartfelt condolences to the family. ”
49 of 98 | Posted by: Ricky - Alexander, AR

“Mike you were a great husband,father and friend! You will be greatly missed by all the people who loved you .God be with your family at this time of...Read More »
50 of 98 | Posted by: Judy Bartlett - Jacksonville, AR

“Arkansas Blue Cross will miss Mike, a true gentleman and a great employee. He always had a smile. Our prayers are with the Hayden family. ”
51 of 98 | Posted by: Ed Pinter - North Little Rock, AR

“Mary, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's Love give you peace, comfort and strength during this difficult and sad time....Read More »
52 of 98 | Posted by: Doyce and Peggy Garner - Bryant, AR

“Marcy, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this time of pain. ”
53 of 98 | Posted by: Mike Riley - Rogers, AR

“Many thoughts to your family as we celebrate the glorious homecoming of another of God's children. ”
54 of 98 | Posted by: Mary Weger - Pine Bluff, AR

“such a nice guy from such a nice family. mikes mom and dad produced some fine children.so sorry to hear this news. ”
55 of 98 | Posted by: ron smithey - Keithville, LA

“I pray that God gives you all a peace beyond understanding. ”
56 of 98 | Posted by: Stephanie Broadnax

“Saying goodbye to Mike is hard to do. We have loved and admired this friendly and mild mannered man for years. Loved his smile and good humor. He...Read More »
57 of 98 | Posted by: James and Kitty Williams - AR

“Although, I haven't seen Mike in years, all my memories are good ones. I pray all the best for his family and friends. Scotty ”
58 of 98 | Posted by: Marion Scott - Pine Bluff, AR

“Mike was a very kind and considerate co worker and will be dearly missed. May God bless and keep your family during this difficult time. sf-ABCBS ”
59 of 98 | Posted by: Sabrena Freeman - Little Rock, AR

“What a very small world. I received word from a friend, Jerry Stophel, today that Marcy's brother, Mike, had passed away. I remember Mike from...Read More »
60 of 98 | Posted by: connye neal - Fort Smith, AR

“Our hearts go out to the family. Mike was such just a great guy. I worked with Mike only for a couple of years, but he was always willing to help me...Read More »
61 of 98 | Posted by: Brandy and Mike Leung - Benton, AR

“Mike Hayden was at USAble when I arrived in 1999 and was still there when I left last year. I imagined he would always be there. He was invariably...Read More »
62 of 98 | Posted by: Rusty Wyrick - Ghivizzano, Italy

“My sincerest condolences to the entire Hayden family. I pray God's peace keep your hearts and minds now and always. ”
63 of 98 | Posted by: Stephanie Floyd - Bryant, AR

“Mike was not the average co-worker by any means. He took on whatever challenges were handed him and he was handed some big ones because of his...Read More »
64 of 98 | Posted by: Elizabeth Copeland - co-worker

“My prayers are with you. May you find strength through your faith. God Bless! ”
65 of 98 | Posted by: Tammy Peten - co worker

“Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike was a great guy! ”
66 of 98 | Posted by: Angela Taylor - Sherwood, AR

“Please know that your family is in our prayers. ”
67 of 98 | Posted by: Syreeta Ball - Little Rock, AR

“Will keep the family in prayers he will be missed by his BlueAdvantage Family. ”
68 of 98 | Posted by: Dolores A Reeves - AR

“Mike was a wonderful person to know. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by many. God bless his family and friends. ”
69 of 98 | Posted by: Priscilla Messenger - Little Rock, AR

“Mike was a great guy, always greeted you with a smile. He will be missed. ”
70 of 98 | Posted by: Alan Moix - Bryant, AR

“May his soul rest in peace. ”
71 of 98 | Posted by: Murali krishna Davuluri - AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss. May you find comfort in the memories you have and the glory of this holiday season...Read More »
72 of 98 | Posted by: Robin Rhoades - Benton, AR

“My heart goes out to the family. Mike was such just a great guy. We were always joking about stuff at the job. It was a shock to hear. My sincere...Read More »
73 of 98 | Posted by: Deena Fuller- Holmes - OK

“Mike will be missed... his kindness, his sense of humour and his expertise...May the Peace of GOD and HIS undying love encircle and comfort you at...Read More »
74 of 98 | Posted by: Sandra Stewart - Little ROck, AR

“So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy and a very talented person. ”
75 of 98 | Posted by: Debbie Brainard - Bryant, AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May He bless you with peace and warm memories. ”
76 of 98 | Posted by: Kim Jones - Little Rock, AR

“I enjoyed all of the times we spent camping and going to the lake. I will always remember watching Top Gun with you guys when I was younger. Uncle...Read More »
77 of 98 | Posted by: Jason Williams - Cabot, AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with all of Mike's family. So sorry for your loss. ”
78 of 98 | Posted by: Debbie Stuckey Jordan - St. Louis, MO

“I AM SO SORRY FOR MIKE & HIS FAMILY, INCLUDING HIS SISTER MARCY. MY PRAYERS WILL BE WITH EACH & EVERYONE OF YOU. ”
79 of 98 | Posted by: JERRY STOPHEL - pine bluff, AR

“I started working with Mike in the early 1990s at USAble/BlueAdvantage. He always took the time to help me and did it with a smile. Mike is going...Read More »
80 of 98 | Posted by: Joy Evans - Little Rock, AR

“Mike was always such a nice person and a friend to me. A true gentlemen. He will be missed my all who knew him. A great, great guy. To Mary, Matt...Read More »
81 of 98 | Posted by: Ron Bartlett - Jacksonville, AR

“Mike was my supervisor for many years at ABCBS and we got to know each through our many conversations about work, family and cars. Mike always...Read More »
82 of 98 | Posted by: Greg Siegfried - Little Rock, AR

“I will miss you so much Dad. Save me a good seat up there so we can watch the Hogs play ”
83 of 98 | Posted by: Matt Hayden - Bryant, AR - Son

“My prayers for Mike's family and everyone whose life he touched. He is missed. ”
84 of 98 | Posted by: Anne Fullerton - AR

“Cancer is a terrible disease and do not wish it on anyone. Lots of Prayers for the Hayden family during this difficult time. ”
85 of 98 | Posted by: Penney and Jared Davis - AR

“Mike was a wonderful person. He will truly be missed. I have you and your family in my prayers. ”
86 of 98 | Posted by: Evelyn Tyler - Little Rock, AR

“I began working at USAble Administrators in March 1993. I met Mike on my first day and was told that he was "the one to know." It has been a long...Read More »
87 of 98 | Posted by: Kelly Reed - Maumelle, AR

“Mike was a good person. He will be missed. ”
88 of 98 | Posted by: Joe Oliver - AR - Co-worker

“The staff of Saline Memorial Hospice extends our condolences with the loss of Mr. Hayden. Thank you for gracing us with his presence. May your...Read More »
89 of 98 | Posted by: Saline Memorial Hospice - Bryant, AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with the Hayden family during this very difficult time. Mike was a great guy who always had a smile for everyone. He...Read More »
90 of 98 | Posted by: Mo McGehee - Conway, AR

“Praying that you are left with wonderful memories of this very great person, and that you find comfort in those memories. May God bless you all. ”
91 of 98 | Posted by: Debbie Gibbs - AR

“My deepest sincere prayers are with the family during this trying period in life. As a co-worker of Mike I enjoyed working with him and seeing his...Read More »
92 of 98 | Posted by: Sue Ransom - Little Rock , AR

“Our Prayers are with your family, in this time of need. May God surround you with His Grace and comfort you. We will all miss Mike. ”
93 of 98 | Posted by: Dona Melikian - AR - Co-Worker

“Mike always was a gentleman. He will be missed. ”
94 of 98 | Posted by: Becky Moltz - Vilonia, AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I enjoyed working with Mike for 20 years and he will be missed by many. May God wrap His loving...Read More »
95 of 98 | Posted by: Linda Creasey - Benton, AR

“Mike was a great person. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. ”
96 of 98 | Posted by: Beth Harrison

“Mike will surely be missed. We all loved him here at Blue Cross. Dena Wray ”
97 of 98 | Posted by: Dena Wray - Beebe, AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God keep you in His care. Sincerely, LaDonna Oatis Trainer Arkansas Blue Cross and...Read More »
98 of 98 | Posted by: LaDonna Oatis - Little Rock, AR


Michael Jay Hayden departed this life on December 19, 2011. He was born in Mexico, MO on Feb. 28,1954. He was proceeded in death by his father, Charles Hayden. He is survived by his mother, Betty, his wife of 30 years, Mary; daughter, Melissa Settle (Sam); two sons Matt (Ashley), Kyle (Mayson); two sisters Marcy Hayden of Houston, TX; Janice (Robert) Johnston of Alexander; nephews Brian (Sonia) Fisher of Houston, TX; Drew (Aubrey); niece Sarah. Great nephew Hayden and great niece Evelyn Fisher. He was the loving grandfather of Landry and Loghan Settle of Ft. Smith.

He was an employee of Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Mike's hobbies included watching his favorite football teams; the Bryant Hornets, Arkansas Razorbacks, and Dallas Cowboys and working on his 1990 Red Corvette. Mike had a great sense of humor even until the end which he shared with the staff at UAMS and Saline Memorial Hospice.

Mike's family asks that in his honor, smokers try to find a resolution to quit smoking. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the UAMS Cancer Institute Auxiliary.

A celebration of his life will be held at the Griffin Leggett-Forest Hills Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 6 PM.