Brian Todd Hays

Brian Todd Hays obituary, Herrin, IL

Brian Todd Hays

Brian Hays Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home - Herrin on Feb. 20, 2026.
Brian Todd Hays, age 66, of Herrin, previously of Du Quoin, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at his home in Herrin.
He was born Thursday, April 30, 1959, a son of Harold Burton and Maxine I. (Dempsey) Hays. He married the love of his life, Paula Halstead.
Brian was preceded in death by his wife- Paula Hays, and his beloved daughter- Stacy Hays.
Graveside memorial services are pending and will be announced here as details become available.

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