Royce Clayton Hiner

Royce Clayton Hiner, age 39, of Red Bluff, CA left this life for his next adventure September 10, 2025 in the arms of his loving wife, surrounded by family, friends and classic country music after a hard-fought health battle over the last year. He was born in Red Bluff, CA on March 7, 1986 to Tex and Trenna (Anderson) Hiner and was the youngest brother to Danny and Ron Hiner.

Royce married his best friend Laura (Moon) Hiner October 9, 2010 and his greatest joy was their three beautiful children Leland (almost 13), Lyle (11) and Larissa (almost 8). He was a cherished son-in-law to Paul and CynDee Moon, grandson-in-law to Peggy Rusnak, brother-in-law to Kylie Hiner, Ethan (Elise) Moon, Sarah (Bob) Moon, Erik Moon and Ingrid (Mark) Moon, uncle to William, Ferris, Emma and Fintan, nephew and cousin to many, and friend to all who were lucky enough to have known him.

Waiting his arrival in heaven are his maternal grandparents Jack and Barbara Anderson, paternal grandparents Alvin and Alice Hiner, Uncle Ken Anderson, Aunt Karen Clark and cousin Michelle Clark.

Royce graduated from Los Molinos High School in 2005, Butte College’s Welding Program in 2010 and had a long career with CalTrans in which he was celebrated for his dedication and awarded the California Medal of Valor in 2021 for an act of extreme heroism.

Royce enjoyed the outdoors and was rarely found indoors preferring to spend his time building, creating, hunting, exploring and just enjoying nature with his family and trusty Doberman, Runa. He was a tireless volunteer, coach and mentor to many, known for his unmatched enthusiasm, can-do attitude and kindness. He lit up every room and his infectious smile, sense of humor, and legendary hugs will be deeply missed.

Services will be Friday, October 3, 2025 in Red Bluff. A rosary will be recited at 9:30am before a 10:00 funeral mass at Sacred Heart Church followed by a graveside service at St. Mary’s Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at noon at Sacred Heart’s Parish Hall.