Michael Gene Hayes, 65, of Caseyville, IL died on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Caseyville Nursing & Rehab Center in Caseyville, IL.

He was born on August 2, 1960 in Belleville, IL to Franklin Lee Hayes, Sr and Judith Ann (nee: Campbell) Hayes.

The loving father and brother attended Alpha Omega Church in Collinsville, IL.  He enjoyed drawing and watching television.

Michael is survived by a daughter, Mikaya Lyn of IL; a granddaughter, Maci Minder; 2 brothers:  Franklin Hayes, Jr of Nashville, IL and Kenny (Debbie) Hayes of Collinsville, IL and 2 sisters:  Karen (Jim) Dannehold of Highland, IL and Rita Hayes of Fairmont City, IL.  Also surviving are a close friend,  Robin Ford and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, family and friends.

Besides his parents, Michael is preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Hayes and a close friend, Terry Hart.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com