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1936
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2011
Ivan Hayes Obituary
Born Sept. 22, 1936, in Pekin, IL, to Ivan and Fern Hayes, Buddy helped supplement his family's income during his childhood as a paperboy, theater usher, shoe shiner, pin setter at the local bowling alley, and a golf caddy. He also detasseled corn, shoveled snow, milked cows, and picked fruit. Buddy graduated from Pekin High School in 1954 where he was on the wrestling, cross-country, and boxing teams. He joined the US Marine Corp during the Korean conflict at age 17 by convincing his mother to sign the enlistment papers.
In 1956, Buddy married his best friend and love of his life, Judy Paschal. In 1960, he graduated from Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, Iowa and they settled in Lodi. Doc was on the forefront of Sports Chiropractic as the first Chiropractor for the San Francisco Giants. He also went on to treat Heavyweight Boxing Champions Sonny Liston and George Foreman. Doc founded Hayes Chiropractic in 1961, which continues to serve the Lodi, Stockton, and Galt communities.
Doc was, first and foremost, a devoted family man. He was also a healer, a proud American and a Marine. In addition, he was a Mason, Shriner, and Paul Harris Fellow Rotarian. Doc was a founding member of the Chiropractic Knights of the Roundtable, Life Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited, Life Member of the California Waterfowl Association, and Veterans of Foreign Wars, and member of Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Woodbridge Elk's Lodge, California Chiropractic Association, and Woodbridge Golf & Country Club.
An avid outdoorsman, and passionate duck hunter and fisherman, Doc will be remembered for his generosity, hospitality, and unwavering positive attitude. His greatest joy was to spend time with Judy, his family, and friends at "The Barn" – his "little bit of heaven."
Doc's absence leaves a profound void for all who knew him. His family and friends will be sustained by his legacy and countless cherished memories.
He was preceded in death by his parents Fern and Ivan Hayes, in-laws Francis and Glendora Paschal, and infant daughter Lori Juliene.
Doc is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Judy Hayes; sisters Shirley Leslie (and husband Dwayne) and Sharon Hayes; the pride and joy of his life, his children, Lyn and Doug Gerard, Misty and Jim Sturman, Shawn and Cindy Hayes, James and Mattie Hayes, and Michael and Tracey Hayes; adored grandchildren James Gerard, Josh and Lauren Sturman, Melissa and Mark Massa, Leslie Gerard, Christopher, Chad, Hannah, Hunter, Jake, Grace, and Taylor Hayes; great granddaughter Macie Massa; and lifelong friends Tony and Jayne Shaw.
Friends are invited to celebrate Doc's life on Saturday, August 20 at noon at The Barn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, Life Chiropractic College, or Shiners Hospital. Semper Fi.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ivan Hayes
Art Tanner
August 10, 2024
So many great memories.
Mike Manna
August 10, 2024
SURE MISS DOC.....WHAT A GREAT GUY!
Art Tanner
August 10, 2023
Sure miss you and your family my dear friend.
Bob Archuleta & Family
August 23, 2011
Sending our deepest sympathy to the family at this time. A wonderful man who will truly be missed.
Roman and Valerie (Huber)Celis
August 23, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this very hard time. So very sorry.
The Manna's
August 23, 2011
Were going to miss him.....
Tom Mantz
August 20, 2011
To the Hayes Family and specifically Lynne-I didn't have the privilege to meet Dr. Hayes but as a patient of Dr. Gerard's I felt like I know the family. While it truly hurts to lose a loved one so suddenly it's because he made a difference in many lives. Our deepest sympathy and prayers. Tom and Lynne Mantz
John and Shelley Carpenter
August 20, 2011
John and Shelley Carpenter want to send our condolences to Misty and family in the going home of your father, Dr Ivan Hayes. God bless you and keep you in the days and months coming without him here with you.
John and Shelley
August 20, 2011
Buddy...
You were the chiropractor who welcomed me back to Lodi with a warm handshake and that patented smile, I will never forget your congenial, considerate help you extended from one chiropractor to another. Thanks for your continuing friendship. Godspeed.
Bob Bader
Eileen Tiede
August 20, 2011
He was full of light, energy, and fun. Incorrigble, cantankorous, he was God's receipe, and we loved him and will miss him. Werner & Eileen Tiedfe
The Hintz Family
August 20, 2011
James, Mattie and Family,
We our sorry to hear of "Doc"'s passing suddenly. May he rest in piece and continue helping others in Heaven. Our thought and prayers are with all of you today.
Heather Leam
August 20, 2011
Robert, Heather, Madison, and Ally Leam want to send our condolences to the entire Hayes family. Doc Hayes was a truely one of a kind person who lived life large, and has left a great legacy in Lodi. He will truely be missed.
Michael Wong
August 19, 2011
Dear Judy, Lynn, Doug and Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. Buddy was very special to me. He opened my heart and mind to living life to the fullest and being grateful for every moment. It is a blessing to having you all in my life.
Pat Hoggatt
August 19, 2011
Sharon and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Buddy was such a vibrant man, the void he leaves will be difficult for you all.
Hold tight to your wonderful memories.
May the Blessings Be
Pat Hoggatt
Dustin Taunton
August 19, 2011
Will miss you Doc Hayes. God bless you.
August 19, 2011
Dear Family, our thoughts are with you and our prayers follow, we are sorry for your loss...
Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in a time of trouble.
Dave and Elaine Kildall.
August 19, 2011
Dear Judy and family, the unexpected loss of a loved one is a shock and never easy,we are praying for you and will continue to pray in the weeks to come.
Psalm:34:18 The Lord is near to the broken hearted and saves the crushed in spirit...Roy and Joan Hall.
Bret Sackett
August 19, 2011
The Hayes Family , we wanted you to know that we are thinking of your family and so sorry to hear about Doc. Love and Respect, The Sackett Family
Marilyn Lutz
August 19, 2011
Judy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Doc Hayes was one of a kind and will be missed.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Don and Marilyn Lutz
August 19, 2011
Dearest Judy & Family....I was so sorry to hear that Buddy had passed away. What a shock. When you think about someone like Bud who was so full of life and energy you just assume that some how they will live forever. God called him home way to early Judy. I feel that in a lot of ways you and your family have been in my life for almost all of my life. Buddy was my mom & dad's Chiropractor when he was still on Garfield St. and I was still a little girl. Then I babysat for Lynn & Shawn when you lived on Olive Ct. until I was old enough to work at Hayes Chiropractic Office & then on to J. & B. Rentals. Where does the time go? I love you guys so much and I'm so sorry I won't be able to join you at the "Barn" tomorrow, but please know that you will be in my heart and on my mind. Love Always - Judi Archuleta
August 18, 2011
Our condolences to Judy and family. It was a joy to have Doc Hayes as a customer of Mike and Curt's Taxidermy for so many years.
God Bless you all,
Mike and Irene Carpino
Kelley Mori
August 18, 2011
A unique man to say the least. I will miss hearing all your great stories about your adventurous life, and your since of humor. Thanks for all the words of wisdom and good conversations.
August 18, 2011
To the Hayes',
My heart is hurting to know that Doc has passed. I recall many moments in the office to where he gave me advice and though I was not ready to receive it at the moment, I have valued and applied as I moved into my education profession. "What the mind can conceive, the mind can achieve" is a motto that I have had in my classroom as I educate our future. My heart goes out to you and thank you for allowing me to be a part of his life. He was an absolute bundle of energy and kept me on my toes. With all my love, Jamie Hughes
Christine Bosson
August 18, 2011
Michael, Tracey and Misty,
We were so very sorry to hear about your father's passing. We will be keeping you and your entire family in our prayers.
With much love,
Frank and Chris Bosson
August 18, 2011
Dear Judy and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Buddy will always be missed by so many. He was a great father and husband who loved his family, friends, animals and work.
With love,
Nancy, Anthony (Tony), and Melissa Mettler
Russell Machado
August 18, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Bud passing, your family is in our hearts and prayers.
Elmer Meier
August 18, 2011
I was sorry to read about Doc!s passing he was always a great friend to me.
Donna Ehrhardt-Mann
August 17, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy at Doc Hayes passing. He and my father were friends...and the only chiropractor my dad would ever go to. It also helped his office was just down the road from our house on Ham Lane. One summer I recall Dad visiting him two or three times in a day...because he was re-shingling our house and kept throwing his knee out. I think Doc Hayes gave him a special deal because he was such a frequent customer that summer! I also know that anytime any of us kids did something noteworthy for the newspaper, Doc Hayes would laminate it and send it to us as a keepsake (which I still have). A wonderful man who will be truly missed.
Polly Roberts
August 17, 2011
Judy, I was shocked and saddened to read of Bud's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and all your family. Bud brightened everyone's day who came in contact with him; and I'm sure you brightened all his. The two of you raised a beautiful family. I'm sure they will help you through this most difficult time.
Fondly, and old friend
Nasncy Hilton
August 17, 2011
It is with deep sympathy we express our thoughts at this this time of sadness of your loss of Buddy, and may we wish you peace during this difficult time.
We have known the Hayes family since 1963 when we moved from SLC to Lodi. Both Bud and Judy were our most cherished friends. Memories of our good times together will be in our mind's eye for ever. The wondeful fish fry's or boating on the Delta brings back such wonderful memories. What a great man, such a "people" person with so much personality. He loved people and people could feel his radiation towards them. His presence was always known when he would enter a room as he made everyone feel so comfortable. What a wonderful human being
Virgil Konschak and Family.
August 17, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Dr. Hayes. He was A great man and an even better friend.
Virgil & Dorothy Raggi
August 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nancy Hilton
August 17, 2011
With deep sympathy to the entire Hayes family. I have such wonderful memories of our good times together since we first met Bud, Judy and family in 1963. Words alone cannot due justice for Buddy. He was such a wonderful, caring human being put on this earth to do what he did best. People, he loved so much, and people respected him so much as he showed so much dedication to each and every one who came in contact with him. When he entered a room he was the center of attention, as everyone just loved him, and yes, he did have alot to say.. Although, I left Lodi years ago, Bud, Judy and Family will remain in my heart forever .All the fish fry's and boating on the Delta will never be forgotten. We all are wishing each of you peace during this difficult time. You all are very special people, and I am so glad that we have had the opportunity to share our lives with your family Love, Nancy Hilton, Tammi Cluck and Bobby Pelton
Jimmie Rishwain
August 17, 2011
To Ivan "Doc" Hayes a really great guy who I believe loved life and enjoyed it with his family and friends. To my real good friend and his family God Bless you all and our deepest regret for your and our loss. All our Love. Jimmie Rishwain and family sons Jim Jeff John and Marlene Clay.
Felix & Maria Rodriguez
August 17, 2011
Dr Shawn, We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Lori Bryant
August 17, 2011
My prayers are with your family. Doc Hayes was a great friend to many and we admired his commitment to his family and community. I was lucky to meet Doc at the beach, and we always enjoyed a glass of wine and a story after a hard day of fishing. We'll miss him!
Brenda Harris
August 17, 2011
I was stunned to read about his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, I know how close you all are and that his love and devotion made you what you are today. God speed Dr Hayes and thank you for your countless years of dedication to your profession and to your country.
August 17, 2011
So sorry to hear about Dr. Hayes...my children and his children grew up alongside each other going to school/and especially playing Tennis. My sympathies to all the families. Tom and Valerie Patterson.
Joyce Martorella
August 17, 2011
Judy and the entire Hayes family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband and father. He was one of a kind and he will be greatly missed but his legacy will live forever.
With our sincere condolences to all of you.
Joyce and Nick Martorella
August 17, 2011
My heart hurts for your entire family. I have such fond memories of Buddy Hayes readying the big white car for our tennis trips out of town for the Super Sr. tennis matches. The car was always sparkling clean and a new bottle of water in each cup holder. His presence at the tennis luncheon get togethers in the "Barn" was fun. We will all miss him.
Joan Rostomily
Debbie Kackley
August 17, 2011
I had the pleasure of working for Dr. Hayes. He was a great boss and a good friend. Rest in peace.
August 16, 2011
My condolences to the family of Doc Hayes. I remember his children as students at Lodi High. On behalf of Soroptimist of Lodi I thank him and his for the recent donation to our organization. He will be missed in Lodi.
Beverly Lacy, Soroptimist International of Lodi.
Art Tanner
August 16, 2011
My sympathies to the entire Hayes family. There will never be another 'Doc'. I loved 'Doc' like a brother. He was the most avid family man I ever met. I feel blessed to have know him and his family and shared many great experiences with them.
August 16, 2011
I was so sorry to read about Ivan,,have so many wonderful memories from our past years of knowing your family and all the great care I have received through the office. Love to your family,,,Deanna Tvedt and Sons
Lavilla Heiser
August 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Audra Reiswig
August 16, 2011
I'm so thankful for the recent conversation I had with Dr. Hayes. It was so nice to see him and Judy. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
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