Richard H. “Rick” Hayes, Jr., 60, died peacefully surrounded by his wife and family on Saturday, September 16, 2017 following a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born on Oct. 1, 1956 the son of Richard H. Hayes, Sr. and Anna L. (Winne) Hayes of Natick.
Rick was the beloved husband of Jayne (Graham) Hayes of Natick. He was the loving father of Jesse and his wife Arielle of Martha’s Vineyard, Richard, Mark, Hillaree and Haylee of Framingham, and Jenna and Katelyn of Bellingham. “Pops” to his grandchildren Miles and Christian of Martha’s Vineyard. Rick is also survived by his brother Alan Hayes and his wife Dawn Rice-Norton of Medway and Lisa Hayes of Framingham. In addition, Rick leaves his 5 special nieces.
Rick spent his formative years in Natick. He graduated from Natick High School and Framingham State College. He had a long career in retail management in the Metro West area. He had a passion for music, which included building guitars and creating, recording and listening to music. Rick was inspired and comforted by playing his collection of guitars. Rick and Jayne enjoyed time spent at the beach, the mountains and exploring New England.
A Time of Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 11:30 am followed by a Celebration of Rick’s life at 12:30 at the John Everett Funeral Home, 4 Park Street, Natick with Rev. Victoria Guest Officiating
For those who desire, gifts in Rick’s memory may be sent to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, NE Chapter, 60 Walnut St, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481 ([email protected]).