Kenneth "Doc" Myles Moody

Dr. Kenneth "Doc" Moody passed away February 9, 2015, at Alexander Cohen Hospice House surrounded by his loving family. He will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, father-in-law, brother, uncle, grandfather and great grandfather. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona, moving often during his youth due to his father's job as a civil engineer. His mother obtained her master's degree and went on to teach mathematics. He attended U.C. Davis, where he received his degree in veterinary medicine. Doc went on to practice both large and small animal veterinary medicine, eventually opening his own business, Sylvan Veterinary Clinic, in Modesto, California. In 1989 he sold his large animal practice, continuing with his small animal practice and treating a few horses.

Doc was not a man who let life happen to him. He lived each day to the fullest, going through life full speed ahead. He had a love for animals, especially horses, cattle, and dogs. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and the great outdoors. Doc greatly loved and was loyally devoted to his family and friends. If you had a friend in Doc, you had a friend for life.

He was a member of CVMA, AVMA, NSJVMA, lifetime member of NRA, Modesto Rifle Club, Oakdale Sportsmen's Club, Old Fisherman's Club, Ducks Unlimited, Holstein Club, Elks Lodge, Safari Club International, and Oakdale Golf and Country Club.

Doc was preceded in death by his first wife, Carolyn Jean (Grimsman), and is survived by his wife of 23 years, Mary J. Moody of Turlock, CA, his sister, Betty Ann McGovern of Tujunga, CA, his children Jeannie M. McDaniel of Oakdale, CA, Laurie M. Moody of Los Gatos, CA, Robert K. Moody (Debbie) of Linden, CA, Deann M. Graham of Modesto, CA, stepson Robert R. Graham of Modesto, CA, seven grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 from 4:00-8:00pm in the Riverside Chapel at Lakewood Funeral Home, 900 Santa Fe Avenue, Hughson, California

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A funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 1:00pm in the Riverside Chapel at Lakewood Funeral Home, 900 Santa Fe Avenue, Hughson, California with a reception following at Hilmar Cheese, 9001 N. Lander Avenue, Hilmar, CA.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.