The passing of an institution, Readers Write … by David Cross

The passing of an institution, Readers Write … by David Cross

The word came last week that Perry Hay had died at age 96. Perry, or “Mr. Hay” as the teachers at the high school generally referred to him, had enjoyed remarkable health until the past year. He had remained very active in his farming operation, which he loved and enjoyed, and had been seen at the barber shop and other public places until the last several months. Mr. Hay had a brilliant mind and enjoyed talking about bygone years. He loved farmi…