Charles R. Hayleck, Jr.

1921–1986 (age 65)

Military Officer

Biography

Charles R. Hayleck, Jr. devoted his life to the United States military, guided by a steady sense of duty and a deep commitment to the men and women he led. His thoughtful leadership and quiet determination earned him the respect of comrades stationed near and far, and his years of service became a proud legacy for his family and community.

After his passing in 1986, friends and fellow service members remember him as a steady presence who upheld the highest ideals of the armed forces, and he now rests among other patriots at Arlington National Cemetery.

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