This cowboy took his final ride into the sunset, after a four-year courageous battle with cancer. He fought strong until the very end. He was 58 years old. Born and raised in Hollister, yet he traveled many trails throughout his lifetime making many friends along the way. One of his most memorable moments was when he was fortunate enough to meet the country duo Brooks & Dunn and star in one of their most famous music videos. He was an avid fisherman in his younger days and loved going salmon fishing at Moss Landing. He also enjoyed hunting with his family and friends; he had so many stories to tell about his wild pigs and big bucks that he hunted. Those who knew him well, knew what a kind heart he had, he was always willing to help out a friend in need. Although he was only here for a short lifetime, we will always remember the good times we shared. Some remember “Bobby” as the man who wore the Black Stetson Cowboy Hat cocked just a little to the right on a good night. We love you and miss you dearly, but we find comfort in knowing your pain is finally over and can no longer hurt you. Lead on Cowboy “As the last good bye’s the hardest one to say, this is where the Cowboy rides away”…….
He is survived by his loving wife Christine, his son Tony Ivelich and wife Pam, his daughter Michelle Ivelich-Garcia and husband Danny of Gilroy, his sister Mary Doughty and nephew Matthew Doughty both of Salinas, and his stepfather William Kashersky of San Juan Bautista. We can’t forget his favorite dog’s Ralphie, Roxie, Buster, Little Girl & Codie that will miss him dearly. Preceded in death by his Father George Ivelich, and his mother Millie Ivelich-Kashersky. Grandparents: Alice Ivelich, Manuel & Marie Corcell. Family and friends will gather at 10:00 A.M. at the Old Mission San Juan Bautista 2nd & Mariposa Sreets, San Juan Bautista on Monday December 8th for a Mass of The Resurrection beginning at 10:30 A.M. Interment will follow at San Juan District Cemetery. Officiant will be Fr. Bob a close friend of the family. Donations in Bobby’s memory can be made to the American Cancer Society or your favorite charity c/o Grunnagle Ament Nelson Funeral Home, 870 San Benito St., Hollister. For more information and condolences please visit www.grunnagle.com
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