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“I am saddened by the passing of Rad. He was a great asset to the Physician Assistant Profession. My thoughts and prayers to Delia and his family. ...Read More »
1 of 51 | Posted by: Patrick Killeen President, American Academy of Physician Assist - NY

“I was so saddened and shocked to hear of Rad's passing .I knew Rad in High School (Ladywood) and beyond .Rad and his family will always have a...Read More »
2 of 51 | Posted by: Karen Crichton Jacovetti - MI

“I am a friend from U of D High, class of '73. I remember Rad as a funny, intense, accepting and kind person. How blessed you are to have had such a...Read More »
3 of 51 | Posted by: Joe Nouhan - Dearborn Hgts, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, I am saddened by your loss and will always remember Rad. Such a shock to hear he passed away. I was out of town this past...Read More »
4 of 51 | Posted by: Mark Wilson - Brighton, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, We were shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of your husband and father. We're sorry we cannot be there with you at...Read More »
5 of 51 | Posted by: Mario Silvestri - Endicott, NY

“Rad and I went to U of D High together, and were friends into our early college years. He was an intense, fun loving friend. I am so sorry to hear...Read More »
6 of 51 | Posted by: John Rahaim - San Francisco, MI

“My prayers and thoughts in this sad time for your family. The Lord be with you all. ”
7 of 51 | Posted by: Cindy Garrett - Grand Rivers, KY

“We have wonderful memories of Rad and family many summers on Dead End Dock. Our prayers and thought are with you. God Bless. ”
8 of 51 | Posted by: Gayle Roudabush and Gay Winter - SC

“I'm shocked by this terrible news. Radford was a gentlemen-one of a kind. God bless his soul. Peace to him and his family. ”
9 of 51 | Posted by: Michael Sadlowski

“Dear Delia and Peter, We regret that work schedule kept us from making it to visitation this evening, but we will see you at the funeral tomorrow....Read More »
10 of 51 | Posted by: Greg and Ginny Bennett - Rockford, MI

“Delia, My prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless you and your family during the months ahead. Thinking of you. ”
11 of 51 | Posted by: Christie Scoggin - Grosse Pointe, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, My heartfelt condolences. Rad will be missed by countless PAs and friends. Know he loved you both very much. He was so...Read More »
12 of 51 | Posted by: Lori Oswald - Naples, FL

“So sorry to hear of the too early passing of Rad. I worked with him at Same Day Surgery Center at Harper. Rad was a very knowledgeable ,enthusiastic...Read More »
13 of 51 | Posted by: Nancy Harla - Macomb, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, We send our warmest condolences to you on your family. Our prayers are with you and words cannot express the loss of your...Read More »
14 of 51 | Posted by: Tom Rossi - Galena, OH

“I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Delia and Peter. I worked with Rad for six years at the University of Michigan. Rad was not only a...Read More »
15 of 51 | Posted by: TammyShown - Grass Lake , MI

“Delia & Peter you are in our prayers. Sorry to hear about the loss of Rad.God bless you. Uncle John and Aunt Pat. ”
16 of 51 | Posted by: John & Pat Malacina - FL

“I want to express my deepest sympathy to Rad's family and friends. Rad was a leader in his profession and a great man and father. I worked with him...Read More »
17 of 51 | Posted by: Phil Schafer - Gaylord, MI

“Delia and Peter, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the both of you at this very difficult time. Know that God will...Read More »
18 of 51 | Posted by: Patricia Burke - Plymouth, MI

“My most sincere condolences at your loss. Please know he was loved and respected. ”
19 of 51 | Posted by: Sandra Keavey - Alpena, MI

“Dear Delia, I'll think of all the fond times that our families have shared when I think of Rad. I still remember standing outside of St. Brendan...Read More »
20 of 51 | Posted by: Andrea Pernack Anason - Atlanta, GA

“To Rad's mother, wife, son, and siblings, our hearts and prayers go out to you. This was such a shock, and we know it is a very difficult time. I...Read More »
21 of 51 | Posted by: Dana Primo - La Crescenta, CA

“The PA profession lost a great advocate. I pray peace during this painful time for the Hayden family. ”
22 of 51 | Posted by: Jerry Fushianes, PA-C - Tomah, WI

“To Rad's family my deepest sympathy. Rad was my MAPA mentor while I was in PA school, such enthusiasm! He will be truly missed. Take care of...Read More »
23 of 51 | Posted by: Donna Hines, PA-C - Grand Blanc, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, We are so sorry to hear about Radford's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God Bless...Read More »
24 of 51 | Posted by: David and Linda Moran - Las Vegas, NV

“My heartfelt condolences go out to the Hayden family. News of his passing is resonating throughout the PA community. Rad was a good person, which...Read More »
25 of 51 | Posted by: Deacon Steve Gualdoni, PA-C - MI

“Delia and Peter, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rad was an inspiration for so many PA's. His professionalism and...Read More »
26 of 51 | Posted by: Andrew Booth, PA-C - Byron Center, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, I am so sorry to hear about the death of Radford. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very...Read More »
27 of 51 | Posted by: Sister Mary King - MI

“Delia and Peter: My prayers go out for you in this time of great loss. Eric UD Class of 73 ”
28 of 51 | Posted by: Eric Hansknecht - Waukegan, IL

“Dear Delia & Peter: We are so, so sorry to hear about Rad. He will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you both. ”
29 of 51 | Posted by: Greg & Lisa Nowak - MI

“Dear Peter & Delia, I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers as you navigate through the next several...Read More »
30 of 51 | Posted by: Michelle Kroetsch - Troy, MI

“A sincere condolence to Rad’s family, I enjoyed the time that I worked with him and got to know him. He was a true assist to his profession and...Read More »
31 of 51 | Posted by: Marsha Gwizdala - Wixom, MI

“As a classmate of Rad's at "The High", I remember him as not only a hard worker, but also a great guy. He is in our thoughts and prayers. ...Read More »
32 of 51 | Posted by: Terry Leary - Coronado, CA

“My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Rad's family. As a student, Rad impressed us with his professional demeanor and inspired us with his passion...Read More »
33 of 51 | Posted by: Gayle Adams - Farmington Hills, MI

“I am so sorry to hear this. Rad was a wonderful person and was well respected. I will miss you my friend and may your new travels be peaceful. May...Read More »
34 of 51 | Posted by: Robert Thomas - Anchorage, AK

“I am so sorry to hear this. Rad was a wonderful person and was well respected. I will miss you my friend and may your new travels be peaceful. May...Read More »
35 of 51 | Posted by: Robert Thomas - Anchorage, AK

“Dear Hayden Family, All of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. So sorry to hear of Rad's passing. Thinking of you...Read More »
36 of 51 | Posted by: Becky (Sobczak), Don, Nick and Mark Dzielinski - IL

“To Rad's Family: I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Rad and I were classmates and I recall many a laugh shared with him. He was a truly unique...Read More »
37 of 51 | Posted by: Michael Nido - Charlotte, NC

“The news of Rad having passed came as a shock to me. I worked only a short time with him, but having known him that short time he made an impression...Read More »
38 of 51 | Posted by: Elizabeth Calhoun - Jackson, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, Words fail to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. May fond memories bring you comfort and peace in the difficult...Read More »
39 of 51 | Posted by: Marc Moote - South Lyon, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter, Rad made a significant contribution to the PA profession and will be sadly missed. My sincere condolences on your loss. ”
40 of 51 | Posted by: Jan Ryan-Berg, PA-C - Escanaba, MI

“Delia, Please accept my condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Elaine Hill ”
41 of 51 | Posted by: Elaine Hill - Adrian, MI

“My deepest condolences to you and Peter. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Joette Liamini ”
42 of 51 | Posted by: Joette Liamini - MI

“I am so sorry to hear of Rad's passing. I first met him as a PA student at UDM and then ran into him periodically here at U of M. He was very well...Read More »
43 of 51 | Posted by: Janet Urban - West Bloomfield, MI

“To Rad’s family. We share in your loss with the passing of a mentor, a teacher and a leader in the PA community. I feel honored to have known...Read More »
44 of 51 | Posted by: Suzanne York - Royal Oak, MI

“Rad was one of a kind! I laugh every time I remember my conversations with him. Having known Rad since we were PA students, I know that he had a...Read More »
45 of 51 | Posted by: Stephanie Joseph Gilkey - MI

“Rad had a tremendous ability to impact so many lives. I was honored to ask him to speak at many national physician assistant conferences so he can...Read More »
46 of 51 | Posted by: John McGinnity - Attica, MI

“Dear Delia & Peter, my sincere sympathies for your loss. Rad was a kind and compassionate caregiver to his patients. He was a friend to many. He...Read More »
47 of 51 | Posted by: Michael, Tracy & Duncan Ragland - MI

“My sincere condolences. Rad was one of the first contacts I had when I decided to go to PA School many years ago. He is one of the reasons I do what...Read More »
48 of 51 | Posted by: Frank Nysowy - Clarkston, MI

“Delia and Peter, I met you several years back. Rad made an impact on this world. He made it a better place for his patients, his peers and his...Read More »
49 of 51 | Posted by: Ron Stavale - Pleasant Ridge, MI

“Dear Delia and Peter: My deepest condolences to you and your entire family. Rad was a wonderful guy, a fabulous PA and was always willing to...Read More »
50 of 51 | Posted by: Sharon Moser - Northville, MI

“My heart goes out to Delia and Peter. Rad's love of family, friends and the PA profession were evident every single day. His time with us was way too...Read More »
51 of 51 | Posted by: Kathleen Dobbs - Farmington, MI


Radford J. Hayden passed away at the age of 55 on February 7, 2011. Beloved husband of Delia (nee Fiori). Dear father of Peter. Dear son of Joan and the late Thomas, Sr. Dear brother of Thomas, Jr., Frederick, Mary Terese, Mary Clare, and Martin. Mr. Hayden is a Past President of MI Academy of Physicians Assistants (MAPA). He served on the American Academy of Physicians Assistants, and member of American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Affiliated Associate Professor at U of D Mercy. Member of DYC. Mr. Hayden will lie in state Monday 9:30 am until time of Memorial Mass 10 am at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 23401 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Visitation Sunday 2-8 pm with a prayer service at 7 pm at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorial contribution may be made to U of D Jesuit High School, St. Lucy Parish, MAPA Foundation or to the College Fund for Peter Hayden.