"Tom it is hard to believe another year has gone by without you. I pray you are all happy and together. "
In loving memory of
Thomas J. Hyder
October 21, 1925 - February 16, 2021
Thomas J. Hyder, 95, of Portsmouth, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Although he lived his final three years in Portsmouth, his heart never left his beloved hometown of Newport.
Thomas was the husband of Lucille (Jabbour) Hyder. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on November 5, 2020.
Thomas was born on October 21, 1925 to the late George T. and Rose (Kabbas) Hyder.
After graduation from De La Salle Academy, he served in the US Navy during World War II. Upon his return to Rhode Island, Thomas matriculated at Providence College, where he earned his degree in Economics.
Upon graduation, Thomas embarked on a career in Real Estate, that spanned more than five decades. He was self employed and also served as an appraiser for several local banks.
He was a founding member of the Historic District commission. He was a Governor and fundraiser of the Newport Hospital Corporation and a Corportitor Emeritus at BankNewport.
Besides his beloved Lucille, he is survived by their sons, Stephen, Christopher, his husband, Tim Sangwine, and Luke and his wife, Rose. he also leaves four grandchildren, Isabelle Hyder, Eva Hyder, Carly Wallace, her husband Joseph, and Luke Hyder, Jr. Thomas leaves two sisters, Hazel Hyder and Dorothy Lane.
He was predeceased by his brother, Joseph G. Hyder.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 am on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Jesus Saviour Church, 509 Broadway, Newport. Burial will follow at St. Columba Catholic Cemetery, Middletown.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Thomas' memory to The Hillside Charitable Foundation, PO Box 594, Newport, RI 02840 or St. Jude's Hospital www.stjude.org/donate
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"HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIG BROTHER. I miss you and think about how good you were to me. "
"Big Brother be at peace. It was comforting knowing you were here. So lonely with all of you gone home but happy you are all together. Rest in peace and forgive what is happening down here."
"ON BEHALF OF THE PROVIDENCE COLLEGE ALUMNI OF NEWPORT COUNTY, CONDOLENCES LUCILLE, AND ALL THE FAMILY ON THE DEATH OF TOM. MAY GOD HOLD HIM AND ALL THE FAMILY IN THE HALLOW OF HIS HAND."
"Dear Luke and Rose and Hyder family...we just wanted to say how very sorry we are for your loss...we will always remember Tom as a lovely man, a gentleman and a gentle soul. Sincerely, Paul (Hank) & Marlene Harrington "
"From the Thomas family, our sincere condolences. Our families go back a long way to our grandparents being great friends. May he rest in peace."
"Lucille & Family, my sincere condolences. May you all find peace soon through loving memories. Gerry DeCotis"
"The man just exuded class!!! Always loved how his family called him ?Pops? Extra ??? for the Hyder family!!!"
"To the Hyder Family, Prayers to all of you. My deepest sympathies. With love, Ellen (Arnold) Downing (I always loved his bow ties!!)"
"Dear Lucille, Steven and Chris, My most heartfelt condolences, Tommy was such a wonderful husband, Dad and human Being, he certainly lived a good long life and will be missed...as I am in Florida, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Michael J. Hattub "