Loretta Rhoads Hayes, age 78, of Anderson, SC, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Rainey Hospice House. Born September 4, 1943, in Anderson, she was the daughter of the late R.R. Rhoads and Eunice Breazeale. She was married to the late Richard L. Hayes, Sr. Loretta retired from BASF after 30 years with the company. She was a longtime resident of the Asbury community on Lake Hartwell. She is survived by her sons, Steve L. Hayes of Anderson and Richard L. Hayes, Jr. (Nancy) of Belton; daughter, Kathy H. Grogan (Mike) of Anderson; sister, Teresa Wharton (Terry) of Belton; six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Buddy Rhoads; and sister, Enretha Frady. The family will receive friends Sunday, December 19, 2021, from noon to 1:45 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 2:00 pm in the Chapel with Dr. Don Cox officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. Flowers are optional and memorial contributions may be made to Concord Baptist Church, 1012 Concord Rd., Anderson, SC 29621. The family will be at the home of Kathy Grogan, 102 Wentworth Ct., Anderson, SC. Events Visitation Sunday, December 19, 2021 12:00PM - 1:45PM The McDougald Funeral Home 2211 North Main Street Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 224-4343 Funeral Service Sunday, December 19, 2021 2:00PM The McDougald Funeral Home 2211 North Main Street Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 224-4343 Final Resting Place Oaklawn Memorial Gardens 2323 Highway 81 North Anderson, SC 29621