Obituary of Warren L. Hayslett

Warren L. Hayslett, 89 of Coralville, formerly of West Branch died Monday, March 2, 2020, at the Lantern Park Care Center in Coralville. Warren Lane Hayslett was born July 26, 1930, in West Branch, Iowa the son of Albert and Ruth (Moore) Hayslett. Following graduation from West Branch High School, Warren enlisted in the United States Army serving during the Korean Conflict. On January 12, 1960, he was united in marriage to Evelyn Faye Howe. The couple and their family lived in West Branch for many years where Warren was employed at Cargill for nearly 30 years before his retirement in 1992. Warren enjoyed fishing and he and Evelyn attended many dances and dance classes, becoming quite skilled in ballroom dance. He got to know his neighbors in Coralville initially by walking his dog Jacques around the neighborhood. As he aged he spent time socializing with neighbors as he sat in his garage. Everyone would stop in as they walked past with their families and dogs. Many adjusted their route in order to see him. His family includes his children, Barbara Murray (Gene), Jerri Wolfe, Anthony Todd (Christine), and Susan Todd; a very special nephew to Warren, Mike Hayslett (Kathleen) and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn in 2004, brother, Bernal Hayslett and sister, Geneva Cane. No public services are being planned, to share a thought, memory or condolence with his family please visit the funeral home website @ gayandciha.com. Gay and Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service is caring for Warren’s family and his arrangements.