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Hannah Hayler Obituary

HAYLER, Hannah Entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 18, 2007, Hannah Claire Hayler, of Mt. Pleasant, SC. Hannah was born in Lake St. Louis, MO on Thursday, July 22, 1993, a daughter of the Rev. Andrew James Hayler and Julie Claire Ivester Hayler. She attended Thomas Cario and Charles Pinckney Schools and was currently a Freshman at Wando High School. Hannah was a bright spark in the lives of all who knew her. She touched many lives in a short time. Her sense of humor and joy for life simply radiated from her. She will be deeply missed. Hannah's family would like to express their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the doctors and staff at the MUSC Children's Hospital for the loving care she received. She is survived by her parents; her brother, Avery Miles Hayler; her sister, Kathleen Rose Hayler and her grandparents, Paul and Janice Davis of Abbeville, SC., Brian and Rose Mary Hayler of Nottingham, England, and Janet and John Sumner of Lincolnshire, England. The family will receive friends this Thursday evening between 5:00 and 8:00 PM at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home 1620 Savannah Hwy. The relatives and friends of Hannah C. Hayler are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM., Friday, December 21, 2007, at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Memorial Gardens. The family requests memorials be made to the Hannah Hayler Memorial Fund at any First Federal Bank. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, INC. 766-1365 Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 20 to Dec. 21, 2007.

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Dom

June 9, 2017

Doing further research I saw me and Hannah were I'm SAIL class together in 5th Grade at Pinckney. Wow, crazy 10 years later and I'm writing another message. You will live forever, Hannah! Through us, and through the Universe. God bless you.

Dom Albanese

June 9, 2017

I last wrote a message here a full decade ago from the computer lab at Wando. 10 years later and we are all still thinking about you. Cario is where we met, and I remember working as a team to invent something that could be used in everyday life. But the only thing we need in everyday life is love. And you spread so much love. You bring back memories of a simpler time, full of good Southern Summer nights, and discovering life from.the comfort of youth. Thank you for carrying memories of the good times of my youth, I love you for that. I had my struggles growing up and integrating but you were always kind and loving. So your memory brings back the images of fireflies and first kisses, and the adventures I embarked through marshes with my brother full of alligators and other fascinating things. I told stories of you to friends when I moved out west. Losing a friend at a young age was rough, but mortality is all of our fate. I am forever greatful for the lessons you unintentionally bestowed upon me, and the memories you bring back to me. I love you Hayler family, Julie and co. Goodnight Hannah. See you one day in the great beyond.

chorus mom

December 21, 2008

Julie,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. You are a remarkable woman and your strength is an inspiration.

Jami Lee

December 18, 2008

Hannah girlie!
I honestly can't even believe it's been a year
It has gone by too fast, but there has always been something missing in peoples lives...
I guess God needed you up there and he's lucky to have you babe
We all miss you so incredibley much and your mom is amazing, her strength inspires me.
We've all missed you so much in chorus. Now you and Lizzy can party it up in heaven together!
I'm going to come and visit you soon and i need to make that happen mor often.
I love you Hannah and miss you! keep smiling down on us! See you soon...

Coty Hawes

December 17, 2008

Hannah,
I never know exactly what to say...theres so much written on my heart..and so much i still think about...but here it goes. It will be a year tommorow. I think you know how much i miss you. And i really really do. I think about things alot now. Things like, if we would still be together today and how close you and i would be. I really wish that what we had was still here. I miss it so much. For a period of time...you were everything to me.
I want you to know that.

I love and miss you.
Coty.

julia and jessica shealor

December 17, 2008

We miss you so much Hannah! I can't believe tommorow means a year, but it only means were all closer to seeing you again. i remember all the good times we had! the bus! and our 8th grade Florida trip! Those were good times! i wish you were here with all of us. Sophmore year is extremly stressful but we're getting by! thanks for always being there for me!
i love you, i miss you! Ill see you soon.. ?

Daniel Williams

November 11, 2008

girl i miss you so much!
It's been almost a year and not a day goes by i havent thought of you
its so different without you, and its not good. I wish you were back here. I miss walking down the street and seeing you. I miss calling you up just because im bored. i miss u!!!!

-Daniel Williams

Savannah Sweatman

November 8, 2008

I miss you, Hannah Hayler!
I think about you every day.
I'll see you soon! I love you.

Savannah Walker

June 4, 2008

I Love You Hannah!
we'll always miss you

matt foster

May 15, 2008

hannah what can i say we all miss you i really miss walking home with you we had a lot of laughs and you introduced to some of my best friends we miss you now and forever

Molly Dalva

May 4, 2008

As the school year is ending, i miss hannah even more. She was such an amzing person. She was in my 4th block choir class and whenever i was having a bad day her smile always comforted me. i miss having another alto to sign out in class with me...i sing extra loud just for her. hannah was also teahing me how to play the piano we never really got that far, but i have stuck with it and one of hannahs best friends has finished teachig me..i can play a whole song now and i know she would be so proud. My greatest memories were from troubadours! I remember when we tried on our dresses, hannah and i went in to try them on at the same time and we were so excited..We went and did what we had been waiting two years to do, spin around in the hallway with them and watch them sparkle. the whole cario troubadours class was so close, and it would never have been the same without her...I miss her with all of my heart but i know she is still smiling.

Daniel Williams

February 16, 2008

Hannah Claire Hayler, died Decmeber 18th 2007
she was like a sister to me
one day i twisted my ankle very badly and she was there to help me. She was babysitting that night for a very young girl, even the little girl helped me out. They went into the house and brought me a cup of water and some nice for my ankle. Hannah was like a princess. Mr. and Mrs. Hayler i am very sorry for your lose. I loved hannah like she was a family member and the day i found out about what happened i nearly cried my heart out. I was at Town Center the when it happened. I didnt realize that until that night when i got home. My sister was crying and my parents came to me and told me the bad news. The first thing i thought was "how is Avery and Kathleen." then i thought about Mr. and Mrs. Hayler and about Kam and Cotyh. Those two kids really liked eachother, Coty and Hannah, i know Coty was sad.
He missed those 2 following days of school after the accident. After that day i really value my life. When you give good you can only expect good back. I like to think of it as God needed another angle and took the most perfect and most beatuiful girl out of our world into the kingdom of heaven as another angle. R.I.P. Hannah Hayler, i will never forget you, i will always miss you, i love you

Staci Bailey

January 16, 2008

Julie,
I am so sorry for your loss. We spoke for a short time at Max and Kathleen's Christmas party. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I know that as a mother you want her to be with you. I pray that your pain will be eased by knowing that she is with God and He will take care of her for you. She will always be with you and will watch over you and her little brother and sister. Take care of yourself and your family and find comfort in each other and God.

Sandy Mills

January 7, 2008

Andrew and Julie,
I have just learned today about your sweet Hannah. I have many memories her, especially coming to my office for chocolate treats. She was a very articulate and precocious little girl, and I enjoyed your bringing her to visit. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Joanna Hoover

January 3, 2008

Hannah was such a sweet girl! She was here for to short of a time, but for the time she was here, she left a huge impact with her friends! She will always be in the hearts of those who knew her!
(I worked in the Media Center at Pinckney Elementary!)

Flora and John Hart

December 31, 2007

Andrew, Julie and Families - We are so very sorry to hear of Hannah's passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you during this difficult time. May God's love and peace help all of you help each other. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Mrs. "H"

December 29, 2007

Hannah i never met you but i saw you in the hallways and you always had a smile on your face. You are greatly missed and it seems that everyone adored you. RIP Hannah

Sam Marshall

December 29, 2007

I never really got to know Hannah properly, because I've only met her a couple of times. Even so, I will always remember her as a great and loving cousin.

Joey Marshall

December 29, 2007

Hannah You Have always been a kind person And We Are Thinking About You A lot SORRY!

Abbey Hayler

December 29, 2007

Hannah was a great cousin, and will always be, I will especially miss her funny e-mails.

Christine Lindsay

December 26, 2007

Dear Fr. Andrew,
We were all very saddened to hear news of Hannah's death. Please know that we are praying for God to wrap His arms around your family and to be with you through this sorrowful time.

With love and sympathy,
The Lindsay Family
Ed, Chris, Jane & Paige
Church of the Redeemer

Colonel Clyde M. Woltman, USMC

December 24, 2007

Chaplain Hayler, on behalf of the Marines, Sailors and families of Marine Aircraft 13, please accept our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Scott Looker

December 24, 2007

Andrew and Julie,
I received word of your loss from Oscar and was completely at a loss. I have two daughters now and I cannot even begin to imagine the horror you must be going through. I will absolutely remember Hannah at mass on Tuesday. May the peace of God which passes all understanding keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge of love of Jesus Christ.

Cindy Rottkamp

December 24, 2007

Dear Fr. Andrew, Julie and family,
We heard the sad news Sunday morning about your precious daughter Hannah. We are from Church of the Redeemer in Florida where we were blessed to have you teaching and ministering on an interim basis not too long ago. Although we never had the chance to meet your lovely family, please know that we uphold each one of you in our prayers. May the Lord bring you comfort, peace and hope during this sad time.

Ralph and Jan McMichael

December 23, 2007

Andrew and Julie,
We have many fond memories of you all at Nashotah House. Hannah was a bright, animated child and we enjoyed our time together. May she rest in peace, and may light perpetual shine upon her. God bless and be with you all.

Mark Grant

December 23, 2007

Our Dears Andrew,Julie,Avery,and Kathleen,
We are heartsick at the news that you have lost your Hannah. What a joy she was to us at The House. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are lost for explaination and can only say that we both love you and trust in God.
All Blessings in Christ Jesus,
Mark,Michele,Caitlin,and Megan Grant

Amanda Sabol

December 23, 2007

I think Hannah was a really great girl. I am blessed to have known her.

Caroline Cordina

December 22, 2007

MEMORIES OF HANNAH...The brightest stars shine for the shortest time, but their brilliance touches the lives of many. Hannah was such a star. We will always remember her warm welcoming smile, her sincere friendship. Whether you knew her as a daughter, sister, best friend, or aquaintance, to be around her was to love her. Warm hugs of friendship will bond forever in our memories. Bright smiles which lit up her face will forever be pictures in our minds. Her beautiful voice is a part of our lives from a friendly hello to singing with the chorus. Her laughter will continue to ring in our dreams as a melody to soothe our ache. Although her time with us was short, she will always be a part of our lives and memories. Through her love and friendship, we all experienced being touched by a special person whom we were so lucky to have had the time to know. Good-bye for now dear friend. From all those who love you, we will miss you but will feel you with us for the rest of our lives. Rest with God until we see you again. We all love you!! We will sing with you again some day.

Dominic Albanese

December 22, 2007

Hannah we talked so little but you were so much... i can't believe youre gone and i do anything to bring you back... Stay strong Hannah's family.My prayers are with you. With love...

Brittan Gotbeter

December 21, 2007

I did not know Hannah but we go to church with David and Julie Miles. We have been praying for you all. May the peace that passes all understanding comfort you now. We are so sorry for your loss.

Katie Brindley

December 21, 2007

Hannah was always so nice to everyone. I can't think of a single bad thing to say about her, but if i wrote all the good things I would be writing for a long time. Hannah you will be missed.

December 21, 2007

My heart is filled with saddness for your family. I have been praying for your family to find Gods grace. I will be praying for your family. Your son is in my son's class and he is truly a joyfull soul. In His Name...susie

Henry I. Siegling

December 21, 2007

Andrew and Julie,
My deepest condolenses to you both at this most difficult time. May God hold you both in His arms.

Lynn Franchak

December 21, 2007

Julie- I am writing this to you from a mother's heart. I was in Old Navy last Saturday- wrapping christmas presents for Seacoast- when Hannah was stricken. Her friend's took such good care of her, and when the EMT's brought her stretcher towards the front of the store for transport, Hannah looked like a peaceful, sleeping angel. As a mom, I know that I would find comfort in knowing that . My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you . May the lord wrap his loving arms around you, and your family. Jesus has guided Hannah to be with him & You will always have an angel with you.

Amy O'Dell

December 21, 2007

Hannah was a sweet and ever so bright student. I will always remember her enthusiasm and joy for learning. I will miss her terribly. Her smile was so bright and contagious; she lit up our classroom. (I was her 5th grade teacher at Charles Pinckney El.) May God bless and comfort you during this time of mourning.

December 21, 2007

I cannot know what you are going through but feel strongly that God has a bigger plan for Hannah. While I didn't know her, both my son and daughter have friends who were very close to her. I think about her often since I heard and want you to know our thougths and prayers are with you all.

William Bennett

December 21, 2007

Hannah loved music as much as any student I have seen. She was a great presence in class and will be sorely missed. I am grateful that I had the chance to get to meet and know Hannah and I know that God just needed another Alto in his Choir. She is making great music above! The one thing I will never forget about Hannah is her smile. She always had a huge smile across her face and it was always a joy to see her in class. We will all miss you Hannah.

Katie Abernathy

December 21, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

The Kutcher Family

December 21, 2007

Hannah, you will be missed greatly. Our prayers to the Hayler family.

Aimee T

December 20, 2007

Dear Rev. and Mrs Hayler, you do not know me but I am a friend of Brent Hawes. I am so sorry for your immense loss. All my love and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Clarissa Rider

December 20, 2007

Hannah was one of my best friends...i wish i could have spent more time with her, but i know i will see her again

sam herald

December 20, 2007

hannah i know that i only knew you for a short time but you were like a sister to me and i will trully miss you i luv and will always miss you-sam herald

Emily Suman

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a good friend of mine when she lived here in Kingstree. I remember seeing her drive off leaving to move to Mt. Pleasent. I am so sorry and will pray for some kind of help for her family during the holidays and all year round. She was always so happy and her smiling face will be missed by all who knew her.

Jennie Cox

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a very good friend of mine. We became friends instantly when she first moved to Kingstree. She and I had some good times together- from camp to slumber parties, football games to hanging out at the pool. She was a great girl. My heart goes out to you all.

Lauren Brady

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a very nice person and she was so nice to everyone. We had good times in Algebra together. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

The Sineath Family

December 20, 2007

Our hearts are with you. Hannah's beautiful smile, silky hair, and beautiful eyes were a gift here on earth and we were blessed to know her.

December 20, 2007

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our daughter is a freshman at Wando and talks so fondly of Hannah. She will be missed by everyone.

Joni McLeod

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a delightful student in my drama class when she attended Cario. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family. May God hold and comfort Hannah's family today and always.

Esther Rose Williams

December 20, 2007

Dear Andrew and Julie, my heart goes out to you for your loss. Hannah was such a bright light that shone forth God's light. God must have something very important for her to do in heaven. I know it is difficult to understand why this could happen, but trust in Him and now that one day, you will be reunited with your sweet girl. God Bless you and your family. My prayers are with you. Love, Esther

Scott and Margaret Sauls

December 20, 2007

Father Andrew and Julie, we were deeply saddened to hear of your loss of Hannah. We cannot begin to imagine the pain you must feel. We will keep you in our prayers.

anonymous

December 20, 2007

The scriptures say to Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding.

I do not personally know your child but have a child in the Senior Show Choir at Wando. Please know that all parents with children are praying for you at this time, that the Lord will grant you his spirit to comfort you and testify to you of the great eternal plan of happiness. Death is nothing but a necessary stepping stone to our eternal life.

Maggie Burns

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a great person. There was nothing worng to say about her. She was the most caring person I knew.

The Bowmans

December 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family~

Savannah Hawes

December 20, 2007

i love you hanah
you were such a great person and friend
you will remain in my heart forever

Vicky Ritchie

December 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. My son James has been in classes with Hannah. She will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. I feel so sad for you to have to say goodbye to your little girl.

Frank and Ann Hurd Thomas

December 20, 2007

Andrew and Julie, Our hearts are filled with sorrow for your loss. It is so sudden and seemingly without meaning, which is the most difficult to understand. We can understand your pain and numbness, having suddenly lost a son at 18. Be assured, as others assured me, that the good memories will shine forth again. She is with the angels and you will see her again.

Emily Curtis

December 20, 2007

you were a wonderful person and your smile will be miss. I can't wait to see it again someday.

Dayna,Allen, Matt & Ryan sassard

December 20, 2007

Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family. God Bless.

The Warden Family

December 20, 2007

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

In Him

Hannah Hayler & Hannah Miles (

David Miles

December 20, 2007

Hannah Hayler is now on special angel assignment in heaven. She was truly an angel here on earth. My family will have a void that will not be filled only supported by GOD's grace and love. One day we will be able to see her and find out all of the neat things she has been up to from this day until the day we join her in heaven.

We can not understand or rationalize this loss, all we can do is trust that as painful as this is, GOD will be glorified and his plan fulfilled. As believers we either believe all of what GOD says in his word or none of it. I will choose the former and trust GOD for his truth and understanding one day.

I will forever miss Hannah saying " Mr. David, how was your date with Mrs. Julie (my wife)" on nights she would babysit for us. She always stopped me while waiting at the bus stop to wish me a good day on my way to work.

We love her and her family.

David Miles
for Julie Miles and Hannah Miles

Stroud Family

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a very special young lady. We have fond memories of her visit with us in the mtns of NC about 2 years ago. Her smile would warm your heart and she always had a kind word to say. Hannah will be missed.

Laura Blackwell

December 20, 2007

We all miss Hannah alot. I wish i could have gotten a chance to know her better, she was an amazing person.

Jessi Gress

December 20, 2007

hannah was a good friend of mine in like the 5th grade we were really close and then when we got into middle school we faded apart... hannah was one in a million and everyone will always remember her..she had a heart of gold and she was the sweetest person ive ever met...i dont think she had any enemys she was loved by all who new her and some that didnt..to mr. and mrs. hayler im so so sry for your loss hannah was a great girl..i just wish that there couldve been something to prevent this from happening to such a wonderful young girl...i love you hannah and we will miss you!

ashton thompson

December 20, 2007

Hannah was a great person! i will deeply miss her! i rember cheering with her on pony's. i remember she always had a smile on her face!! I will keep ya'll in my prayers! god bless.

Samantha Phillips

December 20, 2007

iv known hannah since 3rd grade
its hard, really hard
there is not one day that i will not think of her.
we will all miss you hannah
(hannahkins)
love-
Samantha
(samanthakins)

Delaney Mason

December 20, 2007

Hannah was my best friend. We just met this year but she is the greatest person i have me.
Hannah is now watching over me in Heaven.

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