Heather Lynn Frazier-Hayes

Heather Lynn Frazier-Hayes, age 49, of Yankton, South Dakota, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Avera Majestic Bluffs Hospice House in Yankton, South Dakota.

A memorial service will be 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Wintz & Ray Funeral Home in Yankton, South Dakota. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the memorial service at the funeral home.

Heather was born in Yankton South Dakota, and spent her entire life here. She attended Yankton High School. Heather held various jobs over the years but due to ongoing health issues over the past few years was unable to work.

Heather was a kind and gentle soul who had a special love for animals and a caring heart for the people in her life. She cherished her friends and valued the meaningful friendships she built throughout the years. Her compassion, gentle spirit, and love for those around her were central to who she was. The bonds she shared with her friends and family will remain treasured memories for all who knew and loved her.

Heather’s greatest legacy is her family. She married Troy Hayes on March 13, 2009 in Yankton South Dakota. She was the proud mother of three daughters, Abby Rochelle Frazier, Hailey Jo Hayes, and MaShayla Lynn Hayes.

She is survived by her three daughters; her husband, Troy; her mother, Janelle Frazier, her stepmother, Nancy Hall; her two brothers, Ryan Frazier and Russell Frazier; her two sisters, Mallory Frazier and Ashley Frazier; and her fur babies.

Heather was preceded in death by her grandparents, her brother, Ross Elliott Frazier and her father Ross Frazier.

Her memory will live on through her daughters, family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. The love she gave and the connections she made will continue to hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew her.