Ricky R. Hayes

Ricky R. Hayes obituary, Watertown, WI

Ricky R. Hayes

Ricky Hayes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service on Jan. 16, 2026.
Ricky "Rick" R. Hayes, 66, passed away at his home on January 6, 2026.
Ricky "Rick" Robert Hayes was born to parents Alvin Hayes and Lucille Kadlec Hayes on September 17, 1959 in Milwaukee, WI. Rick worked at a factory for a number of years before he was employed by America's Auction Automotive in Jefferson, WI. Rick enjoyed cooking and baking. In his younger years, he liked to take his son Tanner fishing, and camping.
Rick is survived by son, Tanner Hayes; step-daughters; Bobbijo, Juniper, Athea and several siblings; Ralph, Randy, Rex, Roger, Russell, Scharlyn, Sheryl as well as other relatives and friends.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents Alvin Hayes and Lucille Kadlec Hayes and youngest sister Sandy and his ex wife Kathy Milbeck-Michalec
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