Isaac Hayes leaves part of estate to foundation

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) _ Isaac Hayes has left his estate to his wife, Adjowa, his children and the Isaac Hayes Foundation, which promotes literacy, music and nutrition, according to his will.

The will was filed last week in Probate Court. The Commercial Appeal in Memphis reported the value and contents of Hayes' estate hasn't been filed.

Part of Hayes' humanitarian work included building a school in Ghana.

The deep-voiced soul singer died Aug. 10. Hayes, 65, was found unconscious at his Memphis residence.

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Information from: The Commercial Appeal, http://www.commercialappeal.com

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