Richard Hayes

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Richard passing. What a Gentleman he was. Our deepest sympathy to Vanessa and the extended family. We will always remember him with great fondness.

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Richard. Dear Vanessa and Family - Please Accept Our Deepest Condolences.

Richard was an incredibly Entrepreneurial and Energetic man — Someone who lived Life to the Fullest and Inspired the People around him. His Drive, his Kindness, and his Active Spirit made a Real Impact, and he’ll be Remembered with Great Respect and Fondness.

Vanessa - Thinking of You and All who Knew him During this Difficult Time. If there’s Anything you Need, We Are Here.

Love Andy & Itan.

My heartfelt condolences to Vanessa and the entire Hayes family on the passing of Richard. It was such sad news. I will always look back fondly on our 1720 sailing on Thursday evenings and working with Richard.

You will be deeply missed. Your energy, your success, and your wonderfully engaging approach to business—and to life—will continue to inspire me and so many others. RIP Richard, a true mentor and friend.

Dear Family of Mr. Richard Hayes,

I'm Jilton Faraja,a second year engineering student at the Technical University of Mombasa, a beneficiary of the SAAS organization in Nyali. I was deeply saddened to hear about your passing, Mr. Hayes. I'll never forget your visit and our conversation. You were vibrant, full of life, and had a keen interest in learning about Kenya's government and how things work. Your curiosity about the recent Gen Z protests was particularly notable.

What struck me most was your warmth, kindness, and genuine interest in the lives of students like me. Your support through SAAS has been instrumental for many education journeys, from high school to universities .

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May your legacy live on through the countless lives you've touched. May God grant you, your family, and loved ones strength during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Jilton Faraja

Dear Tom, Grainne, James, Jack and Sofia,

We wish to express our sincere condolences at the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather and to extend our sympathy to Vanessa and to Charlotte and Lucy and their families. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

I have fond memories of a lively and warm discussion with Richard at Sofia´s 10th birthday party. He was clearly a man of action and, more importantly, a true gentlemen. May he rest in peace.

With much love,
Ruth, Burkhard, Luke, John and Roman

To Vanessa and all the Hayes family, I knew Richard from the Board Meetings held at Dillon Eustace. He was so very highly regarded and a special person. May he rest in peace and watch over you all. So sorry for your loss.

Very sorry to hear of the sudden loss of Richard, a real trailblazer and thorough gentleman may he rest in peace.

I extend my deepest condolences to the Hayes family in this difficult time following Richard's passing. He was an exceptionally kind individual, always ready to lend a hand and provide support when it was needed most. I feel truly honored that he made the journey to Mombasa to visit us at SAAS before he left us; this moment will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Even in the face of illness, Richard’s energy was inspiring, and we will deeply miss his contagious laughter, innovative ideas, and, above all, his warm presence within the SAAS community.

To Vanessa: Stay strong and have faith in the Lord and Mother Mary to guide and support you as you navigate this period of mourning.

Remember, you have family members who rely on you, and your strength will be vital for them. Rest in peace, Richard; your legacy will always be cherished at SAAS.

My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Vanessa and the extended family on the loss of Richard. Despite being first cousins, I did not know him well in adulthood and it is my regret that I did not try harder to get in touch when I moved to Ireland.

Vanessa, just learned today that Richard passed away last week. Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Anne and Ron

I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved husband. My deepest condolences to you Vanessa, Tom,Lucy,Charlotte and the Hayes family.

I will remember Richard for the good work he did towards the SAAS fraternity in Kenya ,Mombasa.I am one of the students being sponsored there with the the wife ,Vanessa.

Please Vanessa accept my heartfelt condolences during this very difficult time.Though no words can truly ease the pain you are feeling, i want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers are with you.May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you,and may your Husband's soul rest in eternal peace .

Faith Ndune Mwaka,SAAS STUDENT MOMBASA,KENYA.

Deepest sympathies to Vanessa, Tom, Lucy, Charlotte and all the Hayes family.

I feel truly blessed to have known Richard. He touched the hearts of everyone he me, his vibrant energy and enthusiasm were infectious. I will be forever grateful for the kindness, help, and support he gave to SAAS.

Set sail, gentle soul — may calm seas guide you home.

I met Richard back in the IWP days and have been an admirer since. It has been a privilege to have him involved in CleverCards. He emailed me only 3 weeks ago - it was a shock to hear about his passing. Rest in peace Richard 🙏

Sorry for the loss of Richard.
A gentleman and fond memory’s over the years. Our condolence of the Hayes family at this sad time.
Rest in peace Richard.

Our deepest sympathy Vanessa and family on the passing of Richard. Such a pleasure to have met with Richard on occasion, may he rest in peace. I'll say a prayer for him

Deepest condolences to Vanessa and family on Richard’s passing. I will always remember his dedication and guidance to SAAS- his legacy will remain.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Our sincere condolences to Vanessa and all the Hayes family. May Richard Rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to Vanessa, Tom, Lucy, Charlotte, and the Hayes family.
I will forever remember Richard for his good work towards the SAAS fraternity and the people of Mombasa.
When shadows loomed and dreams seemed far,
When hope was dim, like a fading star,
You stepped in with a heart so kind,
A beacon bright for those confined.
When books were closed and doors were locked,
When weary souls felt hope had blocked,
Your generosity broke the chain,
And sparked the light through every pain.
You gave the gift that words can't measure,
A chance to learn, a priceless treasure.
For every student, now they see,
A future bright, their spirits free.
Thank you, Richard, for your legacy still living here at SAAS.
May your soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy on Richard's passing. May he rest in peace. An amazing mentor and an even better friend.

My heartfelt condolences go the the entire Hayes Family and most importantly to Vanessa...
May the good Lord give you strength during this hard times...Richard will forever be in our hearts and we are going to miss him dearly...Stay Strong and be blessed...

Deepest Sympathy to Vanessa and all the Hayes Family on the passing of Richard. He was such wonderful company on our shoot days in Glendalough and over coffee's in the Dogpatch in the IFSC. May he Rest in Peace.

Condolences to the Hayes family. Fond memories of working with Richard and Thursday night sailing back in the IFG days.

Sincere condolences to the entire Hayes family, a little over 2 weeks ago we enjoyed lunch together where Richard was his usual upbeat and energetic self. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

To Vanessa, Tom, Lucy and Charlotte, sending my deepest condolences on the loss of Richard - he was such a warm and kind man who was always, along with Vanessa, so friendly and welcoming to all of us. Thinking of you all in the days and weeks ahead. X Mary

Sending our heartfelt sympathies to dearest Vanessa and all the family on the very sad news of Richard’s death. He had such inspiring energy and courage. May he rest in peace.

He was a true gentleman and will be deeply missed. Please accept our sincere condolences to the Hayes family

Sincere condolences to Vanessa and the Hayes family on the passing of Richard which was such sad news. I will fondly remember our Thursday evenings on Dublin Bay from time to time. Rest in Peace Richard - you will always be most admired by myself and I am sure many others for your energy, success and engaging approach to business.

So very sorry to hear of Richard's death, my condolences to Vanessa, children and grandchildren

Our sincere condolences to Vanessa & all the Hayes family, at this very sad time.
May Richard's soul rest in peace

Please accept my condolences to you and your family on the passing of Richard. May his memory forever be a source of strength and inspiration.

Deepest sympathies to Vanessa and the Hayes family. Richard was an extremely able and gifted business leader, but most of all he was a most decent human being, who brought goodness into the lives of so many. His legacy will live long. May he be resting in gentle peace.

Vanessa
I am shocked to have just read of Richard’s death and would like on behalf of Elizabeth and I to express our deepest sympathy to you and all your family at this sad time.

Sincere sympathy on Richard's passing. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to Charlotte, and all the Hayes family on the passing of your beloved father. Always smiling, warm and friendly when I visited Trudder. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May he rest in pease.

I only knew Richard a short time, he was an inspiring, caring, and driven man and I only wish I could have got to know him more.
Condolences to all the family

It’s hard to find the right words to express the sorrow I feel. Richard was not only a great leader but also a mentor and a father figure to me. I still remember our last conversation — we laughed, shared stories, and he made those lighthearted jokes about my personal life and work that always left me smiling.

I will deeply miss his wisdom, his kindness, and the way he always took time to listen and guide. His impact on my life and career will remain forever. My heartfelt condolences to Venessa, Tom, Lucy, Charlotte, the entire Hayes family and loved ones. May his soul rest in eternal peace🙏

Deepest Sympathy to Vanessa and all the Hayes Family on the passing of Richard. May he Rest in Peace.

Sincere condolences to Vanessa, Charlotte, Tom & Lucy , on the passing of Richard . May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

My deepest condolences to you Lucy on the passing of your dear father. Sending my love and strength to your Mother and all of your family. Grà mór. May Richard rest in peace. X

10 days ago we enjoyed a coffee morning in Kenya with Richard, Vanessa and Charlotte. Richard was his usual self, full of the joys of his philanthropic work in Mombasa. The news of his passing was received with great shock and sadness.
His mind was razor sharp to the end.
Sincere condolences to Vanessa,Tom, Lucy, Charlotte and their families.
May his soul find eternal peace.

Sincere condolences to the entire Hayes family on the sad passing of Richard. He was always a gentleman, very generous with his time & advice when I was starting up in business and we certainly enjoyed the days out at Trudder Lodge. Ar dheis de go raimh a anam.

Sorry to hear of Richard.s passing condolences to all his family may he rest in peace..pat clarke crosshaven...

So sorry to hear of Richard's passing, my condolences to Vanessa and all his family. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to the Hayes family on the sad passing of Richard. Always a gentleman. Remembering fondly his pheasant shooting days in 'Glen'. A great sportsman.

Sincerest condolences on your loss Vanessa, Charlotte and family. May he RIP

Sincere sympathy, Vanessa, Tim, Charlotte and Lucy on the sad passing of your beloved husband and Dad Richard. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May Richard rest in peace.

My deepest symp
athy to you vanessa,Tom,lucy & charlotte & extended family. Richard was such a lovely,kind man,always so warm & friendly.Thinking of you all at this sad time,may yr gentle soul r.i.p.. ❤️

Sincere sympathy to Vanessa & the family on the passing of Richard,may he R.I.P.

Deepest condolences to Vanessa and family. It was a great privilege and very lucky event in my life, to meet and work with Richard over many years. A true gentleman. Ar dheis de go raimh a anam.

Sincere condolences to Vanessa, Charlotte and all the Hayes family on the death of Richard.
We had the pleasure of meeting him over the summer and are very saddened by his passing, A true gentleman, may he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Vanessa and the entire Hayes family on Richard's passing. He always had a ready smile and a positive view of the world whether he was dealing with serious business matters or matters of sport. May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. My thoughts are with Vanessa and family at this sad time. I only knew Richard for a short period, and he was an inspiration, a joy, and a true gentleman. He will be missed.

Very sorry to hear the sad news about Richard. Always noble in business, and a thorough gentleman. My deepest sympathies to Vanessa and all the family.

Sincere sympathy to the entire Hayes family on Richard’s passing. May he rest in eternal peace. A true gentleman.

I am most grieved to hear of the death of my uncle. Unfortunately, I shall not be able to attend the funeral. My thoughts go out to Charlotte and Tom.

Sincere Condolences on the passing of Richard. He was a great and generous sportsman. His camaraderie will be sadly missed.

Deepest sympathy to Vanessa and the Hayes family family on the sad passing of Richard. May his gentle soul rest in Peace. R I P.

I am very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. My condolences to Tom, Lucy and the whole Hayes family

Sincere condolences to all the Hayes family on the passing of Richard

So sorry to learn of the passing of Richard. Our sympathies to Vanessa, Tom, Lucy and Charlotte and all his adored grandchildren. May he RIP