Rodger C. Hays, 72, retired National Coatings and Supplies sales, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026. A couple of organizations that Rodger participated in were the Wichita Riverfest operations and League 42 as a coach.
Rodger is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Vern and Thelma Nadene Hays; daughter, Julia Hibbs; and brother, Dale Hays; He is survived by his wife, Ann Hays of Wichita, KS; grandchildren, Mikka, Cody, Bryson; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Nadene (Sam) Mittman, Janice (Jerry) Elder, Dinah (Mark) Mohesky; sister-in-law, Carol Hays; and brother, Rick (Meg) Hays.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with: League 42, 1212 East 17th Street North, Wichita, Kansas 67214.
Arrangements through Downing & Lahey Mortuary – West Chapel.
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