Richard Lee Hays's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2026 in Waterloo, Nebraska
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Richard Lee Hays

May 6, 1947 - February 17, 2026 (78 years old)

Waterloo, Nebraska

Richard Lee Hays's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2026 in Waterloo, Nebraska
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Richard Lee Hays

May 6, 1947 - February 17, 2026 (78 years old)

Waterloo, Nebraska

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Richard Lee Hays Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Richard Lee Hays of Waterloo, Nebraska, who passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Lee Hays to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Hays and Minnie Hays. He is survived by: his wife Janice Kunneman; his children, Kristi Mosser (Shon), Eric Hays (Corissa) and Jesse Hays; his grandchildren, Chasen, Skylar, Riley, Caden, Spencer, Eli and Maya; and his siblings, Robert Hays and Connie Kahlandt (Warren). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

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February 24, 2026

Patty Swanson wrote a sympathy message

“My thoughts are with you as you deal with your loss. I remember Dick as a kind and very nice man who I enjoyed talking too, especially about soccer so many years ago when our boys played. To the whole family my deepest sympathy as you hold your memories close. An old Irish proverb for you, "In the shelter of each other, people survive." Hold on to each other as you survive this great loss. Patty Swanson and Richard”

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