Longtime Brownwood Resident Thelma Marie Hays Dies at 88

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Thelma Marie Hays, an 88-year-old resident of Brownwood, Texas, passed away on February 13, 2026. The family will host a visitation on Monday, February 16 from 6-8 PM at Heartland Funeral Home in Early, Texas, followed by funeral services on Tuesday, February 17 at 10:00 AM at the same funeral home. Interment will take place at Windham Cemetery at North Lake Brownwood.

Why it matters

Thelma Marie Hays was a longtime member of the Brownwood community, having lived there for many decades. Her passing marks the end of an era for her family and friends who will gather to honor her life and legacy.

The details

According to the obituary, Thelma Marie Hays was 88 years old at the time of her passing on February 13, 2026. The family will be hosting a visitation on Monday, February 16 from 6-8 PM at Heartland Funeral Home in Early, Texas, followed by funeral services the next day, Tuesday, February 17, at 10:00 AM at the same funeral home. Interment will take place at Windham Cemetery at North Lake Brownwood.

• Thelma Marie Hays passed away on February 13, 2026.
• Visitation will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026 from 6-8 PM.
• Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM.