Tikisha "Tish" Duncan Hayward

Tikisha "Tish" Hayward went home to be with the Lord on the morning of Sunday, July 17, 2016. She was 45 years old.

Tish was born in Perry, Houston County, Georgia on September 30, 1970 to her loving mother, Sara Duncan and father, Lurry Brown. She was loved and nurtured in a close-knit family reared by her grandmother, Ms. Lula Mae Duncan and her aunts, whom she lovingly referred to as her sisters. In 1995, Tish married the love of her life, Casey Hayward, Sr. and together, they raised three wonderful sons to know Jesus Christ.

Tish was known for her love and faithfulness to Christ. If to love is to live, then she embodied life itself. She loved unconditionally and prayed always. Tish had a great sense of humor and embraced everyone she met.

Mrs. Hayward generously served her community in various ways including: hosting a Back to School Bash providing school supplies to local children, the Community Thanksgiving Dinner that served dinner to over 350 families, promoting a healthy life style and physical fitness to young people by engaging them in activities such as cheer and football camps, basketball tournaments, and serving as a facilitator for career and college preparation. She believed in preserving her community and was a member of the Perry Downtown Development Authority. Tish was also instrumental in providing Christmas gifts for families in the Perry Community and serving families through the Ronald McDonald House partnership. She adopted families in need by securing shelter, furnished goods, and clothing for them, as well.

Tish's memories will be forever cherished by her devoted husband of 20 years, Casey Hayward, Sr.; sons, Casey Hayward, Jr., Jecavesia Hayward, and Casey J. Hayward; along with many other family and friends. Tish was loved by all and will be truly missed.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21st New Hope Baptist Church in Perry. Following the service, Tish will be laid to rest in Spring Creek Cemetery in Elko. The repast will be held at New Hope Baptist Church in the Fellowship Hall. Family and friends are welcome to visit with Tish at McCullough Funeral Home from the hours of 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20th.


Funeral Home:
McCullough Funeral Home
417 S. Houston Lake Rd.
Warner Robins, GA
US 31088