Gary Lee Hayward Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gary Lee Hayward of Ankeny, Iowa, who passed away on December 15, 2025 at the age of 74. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Gary departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Gary may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Gary leaves behind.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests considering donations to a cause close to Gary's heart, such as the Des Moines Arts Center, Des Moines Historical Society, or the University of Iowa Athletics Department.
