Derrick Hayes, 64

Mr. Derrick Hayes, 64, of Gulfport, Mississippi, formerly of Collins, Mississippi, passed away at his residence in Gulfport on September 18, 2026.

Mr. Hayes was a graduate of Collins High School and attended DeVry University in Atlanta, Georgia. He was employed by Sanderson Farms for more than 30 years and also served as a volunteer firefighter with the Collins Fire Department.

He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Ray Hayes.

Survivors include his mother, Alice Hayes; one son, Laderrian (Kenetra “Tee”) Hayes of Hattiesburg, Mississippi; two daughters, Nedra Price of Collins and Symia Hayes of Hattiesburg; four granddaughters; four grandsons; and a host of cousins and friends. He also leaves behind a special friend, Donna Myers.

Honorary Pallbearers

Tyrell Pollard, Andrew Easterling, Johnny Feazell, Christopher Feazell, Jason Feazell, Reggie Carter, Houston Hayes, and Walter Gleen Otis III

Active Pallbearers

Laderrian Hayes, Rashad Hayes, Mason Price, Kenneth Fairley, Terry Hayes, and Teylor Hayes

Reverend George Dawson officiated.