Ronny Ron Hays Sr.'s Obituary
Ronny (Ron) Hays Sr., 67, of Hartly, DE, passed away on July 8th, 2026. Born November 28th, 1958, in Tinker AFB, OK. Ron enjoyed spending time with his family, specifically his granddaughters, Varonica, Emilia, and Kennedy. He was happily married to Carol Tucholski Hays for 48 years. He spent his free time watching NASCAR and when possible, visiting Walt Disney World with his family. Ron is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Judy Hays, his father-in-law and brother-in-law Adam and Don Tucholski ,and his brother Robert Hays. He is survived by his wife, Carol Tucholski Hays, his children, Ronny Hays Jr. (Nina) and Kristy Matarrese. His favorite people in the world, his granddaughters, Varonica Tuxward (Adam), Emilia Matarrese, and Kennedy Hays. And finally, his great grandchildren, Ophelia Betts-Tuxward, Adaline Tuxward, and Bjorn Tuxward. He will be deeply missed.
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