Bernard Otis (Poppy) Hayslett, age 76, of 900 Jefferson Street, Clifton Forge, Virginia died Friday, January 27, 2023 at his residence.

He was born July 2, 1946 in Gala, Virginia, to the late Hubert Hampton Hayslett and Lillian Madaline Jones.

He was retired Maintenance Supervisor for Liberty House Nursing Home.

Bernard loved going to races and was a Dale Earnhardt fan, and the Clifton Forge Hardees Group.

He also loved working on cars, crossword puzzles, his granddaughters and great grandsons.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Todd Raymond Hayslett; and two sisters, Geneva Tingler and Phyllis Tingler.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn McCoy Hayslett of Clifton Forge; a daughter, Sandi H. Wolfe and husband, Randy of Covington; a sister, Edith Kelly and husband, William of Covington; two granddaughters, Kala Rai Belcher and husband, Seth and Madison Irene Hayslett; two great grandsons, Bentley and August Belcher; a number of nieces, nephews, and many close friends.

In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. No services are scheduled at this time. Friends may visit at the residence at any time.

The Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge, Virginia, handled the arrangements.