Robert Clayton Hayes, 71, of De Graff, passed away at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Ayden Healthcare of Belle Springs, Bellefontaine.
He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on February 12, 1951, the son of the late Henry C. and Ruby Elizabeth (Blue) Hayes.
He is survived by his brother, Michael (Jeanne) Hayes of Bellefontaine, a nephew, Tyler Hayes and a niece, Brenna Hayes.
Robert farmed on the family farm most of his life. He loved country music, especially Bluegrass and enjoyed being around his family and friends.
Pastor Wayne Downing will officiate a funeral service at 3 p.m. Monday, June 20, at the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 321 N. Main St., Bellefontaine, OH 43311. Visitation will be Monday, from 1 to 3 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Philadelphia Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Goshen Friends Church, 5527 County Road 153, Zanesfield, OH 43360.
Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Bellefontaine, is honored to serve the Hayes family and encourages anyone to share a fond memory or message of condolence at www.edsfh.com.