Richard Lee Hays Sr. Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Lee Hays Sr. of Streator, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 18, 2026 at the age of 70. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Hays and Margaret Hays (Moore); his brothers, Ron and Robert Hays Sr.; and his sisters-in-law, Pam Hays and Pat Hays.
He is survived by: his wife Linda Dye of Streator; his children, Jeremy of Streator, Jennifer of Streator and Ricky of Streator; his stepdaughter Nicole; his siblings, Michael Hays, Bill Hays (Linda) of Streator, Marcy Hays (Jason Gaydos) of Streator and Donna Hayes (Clifton) of Alaska; and his granddaughter Drew Dye of Bloomington.
