Rebecca Hay

Rebecca L. Hay, passed away peacefully on Sunday October 18, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Becky fought with hope and an unwavering courage. Her strength and Faith in this fight carried her through a 12-year battle inspiring everyone who knew her. Becky grew up on the west side of Columbus and graduated from Bishop Ready High School Class of ‘82. Becky worked in the insurance field for about 40 years, including her current job with Grange Insurance Company for 26 years. Becky operated a free store at the Hilliard United Methodist Church named Hope Restored for many years, where Becky served and encouraged many families. Becky later attended the Church Next Door. Becky was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Becky’s greatest joy was seeing her children begin families of their own. Becky had a heart of a servant with a gentle soul whose kindness and love touched everyone she met. Becky was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Dorothy Garrison, and her brother Daniel Garrison. Becky leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, Craig Hay, her children Lauren (Thane) Wells, Tyler (Mary Cate) Hay. And her most precious granddaughters Lucy, Claire and Gia. The family will receive friends on Saturday November 7, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00PM at The Church Next Door, 5755 Feder Rd., Columbus, OH 43228. A celebration of Becky’s life will follow visitation at 12:00PM. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society@cancer.org. May Becky rest now in eternal peace, healed of her illness, and be remembered for the love and grace brought into the lives of others.