Andy Ferrin "Doc" Hayes, age 64 of Alma, Ga was welcomed into his Heavenly home on January 8th, 2026.

Andy was a member of Liberty Church of God, but often attended Mims Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Emmitt and Nadine Hayes, his brother Bo Hayes, his brother in law Tim Lavender, his nephew Mark Walker, a great niece Alayna Brackins, and several special aunts and uncles.

He is survived by his brother Randy Hayes, his sisters Julie Lavender and Jill Baskin (Levi),

Special nieces and nephews - Danielle Taylor (Seth), Tiffany Walker, Andrew Hayes (Katie), Christy Waldron (Caleb), Timothy Lavender (Whitney), Jason Lavender (Jonathan), Kimmie Starling (Blake), Kobe Lavender, Dalton and Alyssa Baskin, Aaron Anderson (Chelsea) and Leigha Anderson.  Several great nieces and nephews - Asa, Brayson, Brilynn, Brinlee Starling, Molly Taylor(Dustin) CJ Waldron(Abi), Eli Waldron, Ashton Lavender, Ian and Reid Taylor, KalleighJade, KinsleighJo, KollynnsJaycee, TW Lavender, Jackson White, Ella Anderson, Jayce, Chandler, Carter Chancy, Jaylen Batten, Alanni Brackins, Ruby Jo Taylor, and Atticus Waldron.

Special friends who were more like brothers to him.

- Demery Meeks, Jeff Davis, and Ricky Davis.

Andy was a faithful servant of the Lord and a man devoted to Christ. To know him was to love him and you knew without a doubt he had you covered with continuous prayers.

He lived a life rooted in faith, humility, and service - trusting God in all things and walking daily by His Word.

Throughout his life, Andy placed his faith and trust in the Lord in all circumstances. His faith was evident in his words, actions, and the quiet strength with which he faced with life's difficult challenges.

He was known for his unwavering belief in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, a true good friend to everyone, and the power in his prayers. - If someone in the community was sick or needed prayers, Andy was one of the first people they'd call on to pray for them. They believed he had a true gift of prayer,  that his prayers reached Heaven before anyone's… and they probably did because when he prayed, he prayed with his whole heart and everyone on Wolf Pit Church Road would hear him.

He leaves behind a testimony of faith that will continue to inspire everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

He cherished his family and friends, and was a source of encouragement, love, and of course a prayer. He considered everyone his "good friend" and would always end the conversation with a handshake followed by "I sure do love the Lord!"

Though his presence will be deeply missed, we rejoice knowing he is now resting in the arms of Our Savior, hearing the words "Well done, my good and faithful servant."

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM from the chapel of Crosby Funeral Home with Rev. Leon Guest, Rev. Pet Hayes, Rev. John Thomas and Dr. Dale Carver officiating. Personal eulogy will be given by Jonathan Holmes. Interment will follow in Mims Church Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home Monday evening from 6 to 8 PM.

Active pallbearers will be Aaron Anderson, Andrew Hayes, Jason Lavender, Timothy Lavender, Dalton Baskin and Kobe Lavender. Members of Liberty Church of God and Mims Baptist Church will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Crosby Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.