Brenda Lee Hayes, age 66, of Pataskala, Ohio passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, she was surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born on April 26, 196, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Chester Richard and Grace Elizabeth Griffith.

Brenda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Brenda was a dedicated housewife and loved to spend time with her family.

Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Christopher Hayes; daughter Kristy Hayes; grandchildren, Christian Hayes, Malachai Hayes, Hailey Hayes, and Libert Asberry; great-grandson, Matthew Hayes; sisters, Peggy (Michael) Sollberger and Ginny Griffith; and a host of other family, friends, and loved ones. In addition to her parents, Brenda is preceded in passing by her beloved son, Matthew Hayes and siblings, Bonnie Griffith, Clifford Griffith, and Jacklyn Griffith-Forney.

Family and friends may call from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Evans Funeral Home 4171 E. Livingston Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43227. A funeral service is to immediately follow at the funeral home beginning at 12:00 Noon. Brenda will be laid to rest at Mifflin Cemetery in Gahanna, Ohio.