John Charles Hyman, 74, passed away December 14, 2014 at the home of his sister in Converse, surrounded by his siblings and his very special buddy, Nathan(City Boy). Mr. Hyman, a resident of Somerset, was born in Converse on June 3, 1940 to Arthur Johnson and Ruth Helen (Barney) Hyman. An SP4 in the U.S. Army from 1961-1964, he was a paratrooper in the 86th Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, NC. After discharge from the Army, he was a journeyman electrician in Central Indiana and in New York City. He finished his career at the Chrysler Transmission Plant in Kokomo.
He is survived by five siblings: Linda (Robert) Cain, Kim (Mike) Saylors, Rowenna Kay Ottinger, all of Converse, Roxanna (John Paul) Hoffman of Peoria, IL, and Steve (Mark Lee Taylor) Hyman of Nashville, TN., and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by four stepchildren: Mike (Jan) Thompson, Mark (Sandy) Thompson, Steve Thompson, Tina (Sam) Swain, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings: Nancey Sue, and Thomas Joe.
There will be no funeral services, but a family memorial will be held at a later date.
Bonnie Zook Holloway says
What a good guy! Much love and prayers to all of the family.
Scott Glover says
We lost a good Man……may You RIP John.
“May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand”.
Condolences to All of the Family and Friends. He will be missed.
Regards,
S Glover
Ramona & Ralph Gloverr says
Dear family, we are saddened to hear of Johns passing. He and Ralph spent many times having discussions at our mini-mart. He was always a nice hard working guy. We were neighbors for many years, he will truly be missed. Our love & prayers are with you, Ralph & Mona Glover
Jo Lynne whirl says
Dear hyman family and close friends of Richard my condolences go out to you . Hoping you can come together in this time of sorrow.
cole zartman says
I worked with John many years ago at Chrysler. He was a good man. Cole Zartman
Douglas Guire says
Remember my first years in Electrical trade learning from him.World will miss a great man.
Ron & JR Otto says
Dear Family my condolences go out to you.John Thank You for being a friend to me and JR you will be missed hunting
Rev Bill Clevenger says
I grew up playing with John. Spent time at his house as a kid. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Leon Harshenin says
Dear Steve and family,
My heart goes out to you as you grieve the loss of your brother, John. You’ve been in my thoughts and prayers.