Flagler County Veteran of the Week: Charles Hayes

Thank you for your example of service and bravery.

By David Lydon
| 9:00 a.m. October 16, 2022

Palm Coast Observer
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Charles R. Hayes

Branch of Military: U.S. Army (Retired)
Dates of Service: 1972-1994
Rank/Occupation: Major/Military Police & Logistics Officer
Hometown: Monmouth, New Jersey

Charles Hayes enlisted in the Army Reserve and was quickly promoted to sergeant in three years. Recognizing his capabilities, the Army selected him for Officer Candidate School. He was commissioned a second lieutenant in 1975 and assigned to the Military Police Corps. Among his awards are the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. Hayes earned a bachelor’s degree in photography from Southern Illinois University and a master’s in business administration degree from University of Indianapolis. He was a regional sales manager for GAF/Tarkett Inc., for 28 years, dealing in building material flooring. He and his wife Sally, of 52 years, moved to Palm Coast in 2007. Hayes is a member and past officer of American Legion Post 115, Military Officers Association of America, Disabled American Veterans, Knights of Columbus and Sons of the American Revolution.

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For information about benefits available to veterans, and other support organizations, visit flaglercounty.gov/departments/veterans-services or call 386-313-4014.