Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Monte Vista Funeral Home & Memorial Park

1900 E. Oakland Ave

Johnson City, Tennessee

Wilma Hyder Obituary

Wilma "Bill" Hyder

March 24, 2025

JOHNSON CITY - Wilma "Bill" Hyder, age 93, of Johnson City, TN, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 24, 2025 at the Lakebridge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Carter County, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Kate Bowers. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dave Hyder; two sons, David Allen Hyder and Johnny Hyder; one brother, John Morrell; and one son-in-law, Richard Gray.

Wilma was a member of Glenwood Union Baptist Church in Jonesborough. She loved going to church and being around her church family. She loved working crossword puzzles, coloring, working outside especially in her yard and flowers.

She is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law, Judy Gray, and Shelia Shell and husband Gary; two granddaughters, Sherry Bowman and husband Steve, and Judy Gail White; three great grandsons, Brett White, Jeremy Bowman and Jared Bowman and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Friday, March 28, 2025 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Monte Vista Funeral Home. Funeral Service will follow at 7:00 PM with Pastor Scott Trent and Pastor Lenny Smith officiating. Committal Service and Interment will be held at 12:00 PM Saturday, March 29, 2025 in the Garden of Sermon on the Mount at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

The family would like to express their thanks to the staffs of Amedisys Hospice and Lakebridge Healthcare for all the love and care that was shown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Glenwood Union Baptist Church, 202 Union Church Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659.

Condolence and memories may be shared with the Hyder family by visiting montevistafunerals.com

Arrangements especially for Mrs. Wilma Hyder and her family have been made through Monte Vista Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 1900 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN; 423-282-2631.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Johnson City Press from Mar. 25 to Mar. 26, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Wilma Hyder

Sponsored by Monte Vista Funeral Home & Memorial Park.

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Tina Edwards

March 25, 2025

Sorry to the family for their loss, she was a sweet lady, I lived across the road from her for about 15 years and my mother lived beside her, she will be missed.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Wilma Hyder's name

Memorial Events
for Wilma Hyder

Mar

28

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Monte Vista Funeral Home

1900 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN 37601

Mar

28

Funeral service

7:00 p.m.

Monte Vista Funeral Home

1900 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN 37601

Funeral services provided by:

Monte Vista Funeral Home & Memorial Park

1900 E. Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37601

How to support Wilma's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Wilma Hyder's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more