Ernest Ray Hayes, age 54, of Waco, Texas passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 in Temple, Texas. He was born February 28, 1967 in Waco, Texas to Billy James and Wanda Maxine (Copaus) Hayes.

Mr. Hayes was an avid hunter, loved barbequing but his true love was being around his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters; Helen Smith and Joyce Howard and brother; Billy Joe Hayes.

Survivors include his son; Steven Ray Hayes of Corpus Christi, brothers; Roy Hayes and his wife, Miriam of Waco, sisters; Marie and May, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.