Paul Joseph Hayden

Paul J. “PJ” Hayden, 40 of Marion passed away on Sunday August 31, 2025, at home peacefully in his sleep. Paul was born July 10, 1985, in Marion to the late Paul Alan Hayden and Joyce (Brown) Hayden who resides in Summerville, South Carolina.

PJ is also survived by longtime companion Tara Benson and her son Blake; brothers Matthew Hayden and Joshua Hayden of Marysville, OH; nephews Matthew Jr., and Jaxson as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

PJ graduated from Marion Harding High School and lived in Marion his entire life. He previously worked at Ohio Galvanizing and General Machine and Saw. PJ is remembered by his big heart as he loved helping anyone he could. He also loved fishing and O.S.U. Buckeye Football.

PJ’s family will be holding a celebration of life gathering for the family at a later date. Affordable Cremation Services of Ohio is assisting with arrangements and expressions of sympathy can be left at www.cremationservicesofohio.com.