About

HISTORY

Ivan Hoy founded Hoy’s Hardware in 1939 in downtown Sweet Home. Ivan was an esteemed member of Sweet Home and served on the fire department. When John Mahler, a former Los Angeles Businessman, moved to Oregon with his family in 1971, he purchased Hoy’s Hardware from Ivan on a handshake deal. In 1973, John purchased two acres at 3041 Main Street and constructed a 6,000 sq. ft. building that has expanded several times and is now more than 22,000 sq. ft. Out of respect to Ivan Hoy, we proudly kept the name Hoy’s.

In 2017, Hoy’s Home Improvement Center was constructed and opened next door. Today, we have two stores to serve our customers. John’s son, Greg, is the new proud owner. Ever since Greg was a young boy, hardware and retail have been in his blood. In his free time, Greg volunteers as a firefighter and city council member. He prides himself on adding value to the community and those around him.