Richard Hayes (priest) explained

Richard Hayes was Dean of Derry from 1911 until 1921.^[1]

Early life and education

He was educated at Trinity College, Dublin and ordained in 1882.^[2]

Career

Hayes began his ecclesiastical career as a curate at Derry Cathedral. He was Rector of Drumragh from 1893 to 1904; and of Templemore from 1904 until his elevation to the deanery.^[3]

Death

He died on 12 November 1938.^[4]

Notes and References

1. http://www.lennonwylie.co.uk/PT191810.htm 1918 Belfast Street Directory
2. The Belfast News-Letter (Belfast, Ireland), Monday, August 14, 1882; Issue 20933
3. [Crockford's Clerical Directory]
4. Deaths. The Times (London, United Kingdom), Tuesday, Nov 15, 1938; pg. 1; Issue 48152