Billy Parry Hatch, D.O., 88, of Cave Creek, AZ, passed away on Tuesday July 10, 2012. "Doc" to all who knew him was born in Hatch, Idaho and enjoyed sports and ranching as a young man.
He attended the University of Utah were he finished his pre-med and then obtained his Medical Degree and credentials from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Doc loved his ranch in Idaho where he developed much of his identity. Doc served in the valley as a General Practitioner from 1953 to 1986. He was actively involved in the West Side Sheriff's Posse, as a Life Member. He enjoyed riding the range, caring for his cattle and taking in the fresh Idaho air. His passions included Team Roping, Boxing and his wife, Dolores, of 62 years.
He was preceded in passing by his wife Dolores, his infant son Craig and his Daughter Pamela. He is survived by his children, Mark, Laird, Lorin and Lori, Grandchildren, Cara Thomas, Leah Ketchum, Andrea Hatch, William Patterson and 9 Great Grandchildren.
A viewing will take place at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, on Thursday, July 12, 2012 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Saturday, July 14, 2012, visitation will begin at 10:00 am followed by Funeral services to be held at 11:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Chapel in Chesterfield, Idaho. Interment immediately following at the Bancroft, Idaho cemetery.
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