Iva Lee Hay

Iva Lee Hay, 76 years of age, of Holdrege, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at her home. Iva was born in Norton, Kansas, on October 10, 1949, to Ivan and Alice (Hill) Miner. She received her education from Indianola Public School in Indianola, Nebraska, and graduated with the class of 1967.

Following her education, Iva worked at a variety of different jobs in Holdrege.

Iva was united in marriage to William Hay in Trenton, and to this union two children were born: Billy and Tina. Later, she married Darrell Parde, and to this union, one child was born, Jennifer.

Iva enjoyed Elvis, the color yellow, skunks, knitting, crocheting, reading, and spending time with friends and family. She was a member of the Knitwits knitting group.

She will be remembered for always making blankets for everyone and having a creative sense of humor (giving people a hard time).

Iva was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: Marve Miner; and Rick Miner; ex-husband, William Hay; and one great-grandchild, Kade Richards.

Iva is survived by her children: Billy Hay of Trenton; Tina Peterson and her husband, Brett of Holdrege; Jenny Johnson and her husband, Matt of Adel, Iowa; three step-daughters she claimed as her own: Kristen Wirtjers; Stephanie Parde; and Ashley Parde; grandchildren: Diablo "Dee" Pinkal and spouse, Andrew Richards; Kassidy Pinkal and spouse, Heidi Buettner; Emery Johnson; Gracelynn Hay; Parker Johnson; and Charlotte Johnson; one great-grandchild: Kooper Pinkal; two brothers: Gary Miner; and Doug Miner; ex-husband, Darrell Parde; and a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A private visitation was held. Following the visitation, the family honored Iva's wish for cremation.

A memorial has been established in Iva's honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at www.nelsonbauerfh.com

The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.