Chessie Ann Baird-Williams-Hayes, age 54, of Knoxville, TN passed away at Fort Sanders Hospital on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Chessie was preceded by her brother, Tanner Hickey.

She is survived by her husband, Kevin Hayes; son, Xander Williams; daughter, Kira Williams; stepdaughters, Laura Williams-Carr; Heather Hayes, Becky Hayes; mother, Chessie Pate; stepfather by proxy, Mikey Ausban; nephew, Ethan Hannah. A memorial service will be held at a later date.