Ronald Hays, 78, of Butler passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025. He was born in Mars on September 17, 1946, to the late Carl and Ruth (Raisley) Hays. Ronald worked at the Blind Association and the Goodwill of Pittsburgh for 22 years. He was an avid Steeler fan; was the kindness of all souls with a smile and had a contagious laugh. Ronald was the beloved husband of Linda (Zielinski) Hays, since their marriage 27 years ago; father of Kathy Weiland, Don and Dan Paul; brother of Nancy Bostaph and Larry Hays; grandfather of Michael and Morgan Paul and Sara and Stephen Weiland. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 5-7 PM at SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 NEW CASTLE RD. BUTLER, PA 16001. WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM. A prayer service will immediately follow in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Butler Blind Association.