Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 12:00 a.m.
Hyder, Martin
MARTIN LAMONT HYDER, beloved husband of Mary Hyder (nee Currie) passed away at home Monday, March 21, 2022.
MARTIN LAMONT HYDER, beloved husband of Mary Hyder (nee Currie) passed away at home Monday, March 21, 2022.
Besides Mary, Marty is survived by his loving sons: Keith (Kathy), Stewart, Keith's son Alex, and step-grandchildren: Eric, Richard, Ben, and Michelle; sister-in-law Gale Smook (Ray), and brother-in-law Bill Currie (Donna); along with several loving nieces and nephews from the Hyder, Currie and Mitchell families.
Martin was predeceased by his loving daughter Susan Marie, father Nicholas Hyder, mother Satel "Sanda" Hyder, Step-mother Margaret Hyder, brother Edward (Lil), sister Eunice, and Martin's twin sister Marion (John) Banas, brothers-in-law: Jim (Lyla) Mitchell, and Larry "Hap" (Aggie) Mitchell.
Born in Westlock, Alberta, and raised in Clyde, Alberta, Marty had a passion for water-skiing and cars. As he grew up, working on vehicles became a life-long desire, so he moved to Edmonton where he pursued training in Auto-Body Mechanics, did his apprenticeships, and eventually moved to Lethbridge. In time, he started his own "Martin's Select Auto-Body". He loved working on specialty cars, tinkering and painting. After a few years Marty worked for Skyline Travel Center doing repairs as needed, selling parts, and helping to sell RV's. He retired in 2012.
From early ages, Susan, Keith, and Stewart, have been the highlight of Marty's life, along with Mary, of course! He loved camping and fishing with his family and all the fun they had. He and Susan enjoyed Friendship Series. He loved teaching the boys carpenter and auto repair skills, working with them in the garage.
Marty was such a friendly person with a loving and giving heart. He volunteered with Inclusion Lethbridge, (formerly the Lethbridge Association of Community Living,) on the board, worked bingos for the association, being Santa etc. He loved being a cub leader with Cubs and Scouts, Neighborhood Watch and Block Parent, and anywhere else he was needed. He loved Family Reunions and made sure there were lots of snacks, food and drinks, although all attending contributed. He would never want anyone to go short!
In Marty's tough times of late, he still would try to repair cars in the garage - wearing his Oxygen. He loved to cook and watched lots of cooking shows, car repairs shows and enjoyed the Gaither Vocal Band and the Lawrence Welk Show, with Mary. Marty would tell us all that he had a most wonderful life.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish, because of Marty and Mary's love and commitment to persons living with developmental disabilities, memorial tributes may be made to Inclusion Lethbridge, 527 - 6 Street S. Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2E1
A Celebration of Martin's Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 - 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. with Patrick Siedlecki officiating. The service will be livestreamed and may be accessed via Martin's obituary on the Cornerstone website.
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I am so sorry Mary, that I wasn't able to get to Martin's funeral. I so wanted to be there with you & your family. I just checked on line now & found out that it was yesterday. I was at Skyline yesterday. He was such a good friend to me & to all of his friends. I will also miss him as I know - you & his entire family will miss him. I will always remember his mothers saying "sugar beets". I use it often, as did he. He was so much fun, always had the beautiful smile of his. My thoughts & prayers are with & I have thought of both of you so very often, but just haven't succeeded in getting a visit it. I will give you a call in awhile & come for a visit. I wish to thank you for your friendship Mary, it is very special to me. You will remain in my thoughts & prayers. I'm also sending you love & hugs. Please call me any time you wish. Love Thelma
Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. With sympathy.
Mary I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I was close enough to give you a big hug.
I'll miss you, Uncle Marty. My thoughts are with you Auntie Mary, Stewart, and Keith (and Susan).
Mary and family, I am sorry I could not be with you in person today but thankfully I was able to watch the celebration of Mary's life virtually. He was so loved! Marty will be greatly missed here on earth but I can't help but think of the joy in Susan's face as she welcomes him in heaven. They will watch down on their loved ones together. May you feel only peace when you remember Marty and all that he meant to you (and to us all). My thoughts, prayers and love are with you today. Joanne
Mary and family, We from the Martha Retreat Centre, send you our heartfelt condolences and offer our prayers as you navigate through these upcoming hours, days, weeks, months and years ahead. Thinking of you all at this time.
Mary, so sorry for you and your family on the loss of your Marty. He was a kind and special man who is now at rest and in a better place. You will have your memories of Marty that will always keep him close to you, and forever in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he Rest In Peace. Love and hugs, Linda Pedersen (knitting group) ?
Martin will be missed by all those that knew him. His work to support the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities will be missed by many that did not know him but benefitted from his efforts. Marty was a good one and condolences to Mary and family.
Mary, I am saddened to hear That Marty will no longer be a physical presence in your life. He lived so largely, happily and lovingly that he will continue to be a daily presence in your memories. Though my time knowing Marty was short, I so loved hearing his stories of fixing cars and it was immediately apparent what a compassionate and caring duo the two of you made. I'll also remember his fondness for ice cream! I love to know that he was able to be at home, and can only imagine that was because of the caring love of one of the sweetest people I know. Everyone loves a good love story. I am grateful to have had a glimpse into yours. My thoughts are with you.
Mary and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We have lots of fond memories at Cubs and Scouts. His gentle nature will be missed.
Sorry for your loss.
Many funny days with Martin at Skyline RV
So sorry to hear of Marty's passing he will always bring back happy memories of our time in Boy Scouts & the many activities we all participated in. Our thoughts & prayers are with all the family at this difficult time. Love to all ?
So sorry for your loss Mary. Thinking of you. Hugs.
Mary and family, Sending our condolences to you.
So sorry to hear of your loss Mary and Boys. I have many good memories of your family and our boys growing up. Susie will be so happy to see her papa. Love and prayers.
Mary-so sorry to read of Marty's passing. My thoughts are with you.
Sending my prayers & love to Mary & The Boys. Heartfelt condolences