Michael R. Hayes September 11, 2017 Michael Roy Hayes, 67, of Syracuse died September 11 In Van Duyn Rehab and Health Care Center.  He was born in Syracuse, New York to Frederick and Ruth Hayes.  Upon graduation from Central Technical High school, he enrolled in Syracuse University and completed the Electrical Engineering program.  While at SU, he also joined and completed the US Air Force ROTC. He then served in the USAF for twenty years as a civil engineer and was pleased to travel widely in Europe, Asia and the USA.  He retired as Major and then began a second career as a civilian Electrical Engineer.  He worked for Maniktala Associates, C & S Engineering and, briefly, IDP Engineering.  It also gave him great pleasure to work for H & R Block and then Total Financial Services as a tax preparer.  He reached the level of Enrolled Agent before retiring as a preparer. He loved running, Bridge and all things computer. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia, and sisters Sharon (Bill) LaRouche and Nancy Hayes and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Sunday 3-6pm at Gang Memorial Chapel with a service at 6PM