Frank Hyatt
December 3, 1920 ~ January 21, 2013
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Frank Hyatt, Jr., 92, of Wilburn Rd., Asheville, died Saturday, January 19, 2013.
A native of Haywood Co., he was a son of the late Daniel Franklin Hyatt, Sr., and Elizabeth Clear Hyatt. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Kathleen Blankenship Hyatt; a daughter, Barbara Ann Hyatt; son-in-law Greg Aiello; and sisters Margaret Smith, Louise Bickerton, Inez Whitehead, and Lois Sherrill.
Mr. Hyatt was a graduate of Biltmore High School. In 1936 he worked with the CCC and then he worked at the Newport News Shipyard prior to WWII. He joined the Army Air Corps and later the Navy, serving on a destroyer escort in the South Pacific.
In 1957, Mr. Hyatt founded Hyatt Electric Co. He stayed active in the company until his death. In the 1950's and 60's, he was very active in the West Asheville Little League. He was also a member of VFW Post 891, which is named after his father. Mr. Hyatt loved life, and had many friends.
Mr. Hyatt is survived by a daughter, Marsha Hyatt; son Randy Hyatt and wife Marie; grandchildren Chris Hyatt and wife Leah, and Christina Pedersen; and special friend Daphne Waddell.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 28, 2013, at Pisgah View Memorial Park, with the Rev. Gene Blankenship officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parkinson Association http://www.parkinsonassociation.org/ or to the Asheville YMCA Livestrong Cancer Program, c/o Mary Michaels (828-209-9606) on behalf of the Aiello-Hyatt families.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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I am so sorry for your loss. My family and I are praying for each of you.
Dear Marsha, Randy, Marie:
So sorry for your loss.
I always dreaded playing against his tough Little League team, Hyatt Electric!!
My best to all of you.
Dave
Frank was a gift to our lives. May God bless his life as he blessed ours.
DEAR RANDY & FAMILY,YOUR DAD WAS A FINE MAN AND IT WAS A PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM. MAY THE LORD FILL YOUR LOSS OF HIM WITH FOND MEMORIES AND LOTS OF LOVE,MAC
Dear Randy, Marie, Marsha and family: Bill and I have been reminiscing about our time with Frank and Kathleen. Those were special times. They both taught us alot and will always be remembered. In love and friendship
I certainly enjoyed having known Frank and know I am not the only one that can say he was a mentor when I was just starting in the industry and he will be well remembered.
Dear Randy,Marie,Marsha,Chris & Leah. We extend our sincere condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Mr.Hyatt will be greatly missed by all who knew him.A role model to look up to. An honest man with a huge heart. Psalm 116;15 Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints
Randy and the entire Hyatt family,
We were sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was an outstanding man and was well respected in all our dealings at the Doctor’s Building. Please accept our condolences and know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Bud Ledbetter and family
Dear Hyatt Family,
Our many thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Randy and family,
we are very sorry for your loss and here for you if you need anything at all. We have been and will be praying for you and your family during this time of loss.
Jeremy Rogers–CED Asheville
Randy, I am sorry for your loss…be thankful you had him for so many years.
Randy & Family
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He has helped pave the way for many of us who chose this profession. I am grateful for his contributions and for the example he set for all of us. May God Bless all of you and fill you with Mr. Hyatt’s spirit.
Tony Gentry–M.B. Haynes
To Surviving Family of Frank Hyatt, Jr.
Iknew Frank and Kathleen years ago.
Frank and I played football at
Hall Fletcher School.
When he starter Hyatt Electric
Co. I did his accounting and financial advising. I loved both Kathleen and Frank. Years
later we drifted apart but I still
maintain that people like these
honest, hard-working humans are
hard to find now days. My deepest condolences on Frank’s death. May
the almighty God give his soul
peace.
George and Dee
Peterson
Randy and the Hyatt family,so sorry to hear of your dad’s home going. He is sure going to be missed,even though we know he is in a much better place. TheLord sure gave him a long healthy life. He is going to really be missed by his friends and family. He sure has helped me out in so many ways. Randy, if I can ever be of helped to you please let me know. Charles Christy
Frank was a well liked and respected neighbor. God grant him peace and eternal rest. May God also bless and comfort his family.
Terry Rafinski
Raymond Waycaster
15 Wilburn Road
Asheville, NC
Randy & Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I enjoyed the training I received while employed at Hyatt Electric. I am still using that knowledge working in the electrical field. Your Dad was a go getter, I’ll never forget working as his apprentice. I will be praying for you and your family.
Derek Fisher
Randy,
Was saddened to hear about Frank,
as we go thru life we meet certain
people we can call a real friend.
Frank ws one of those
Buddy Riesenberg
Although I did not know Mr. Hyatt personally, I wanted to extend my condolences to your family on the loss of your loved one. May you, in your time of sorrow, take comfort in 1 Corinthians 15:26.
Dear Randy, Marie, Marsha, Chris, Leah, Christina
Frank was a special man to me and the same as a Dad and Grandad I know. Every time he came to the office it was the same,’How you doing gal.’ You are in my thoughts and prayers…I share your loss…I knew him many years. It is a sad time; I just lost my Mom 1/11/13.
Many thoughts and prayers. May you all celebrate the lovely memories of your dad.
Randy and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your dad – I knew him for a long time when I worked at Electric Supply Co. God bless you all. Foley Sparks
Randy, I am so sorry. Jean and I offer any and all support now, and in the future. You were blessed with such a great Dad. Leonard & Jean
Randy,
We are sad to learn of your father’s passing and want you and your family to know we extend
our sympathy and have you in our prayers.
All the best,
Chic and Jean Webb