Michael Ray Hyatt
March 10, 1949 ~ February 22, 2019
Resided in:
Candler, North Carolina
Michael Ray Hyatt, 69, of Candler, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2019, at the Charles George VA Medical Center.
A native of Haywood Co., Michael was a son of the late Walter Stanley Hyatt, Sr., and Augusta Brookshire Hyatt. He was also preceded in death by his son, Jeremy Michael Hyatt, who sadly passed way in 2000 at the age of 23; sisters, Marie Rickard and Pauline Duckett; brothers, Billy Hyatt, Jack Hyatt, and Walter Hyatt, Jr.
Mr. Hyatt proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He retired from Buncombe Co. Veterans Services, where he served as the only Veterans Services Officer for 23 years. Mike was a humble, caring and generous man. A true friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His kind heart and beautiful smile will be missed by many!
He is survived by his daughter, Kristy Middleton and husband John, and their children, Hannah, Garrett and Hyatt; sisters, Helen Cox, Betty Green, and Dixie King; brothers, Bobby Hyatt and David Hyatt; and his loving partner of 16 years, Marsha Atherton.
The funeral service for Mr. Hyatt will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. The Rev. Jackie Collins will officiate. Interment with Marine Corps honors will follow at Grace United Methodist Church Cemetery.
His family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
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Have known Mike since I was 7 years old. He was a dear friend to my late husband and the Newfound friends who grew up around there. We will always miss him and remember him fondly. Much love to the family as I know he will be dearly missed.
There is a hole in my heart. Uncle Mike will be sorely missed, not only as my uncle, but the big brother figure he has always been to me. Kristy and family my love and heart go out to you. May God’s peace and comfort provide solace to you and all who loved him.
Kristy and family. We are so sad to hear of Mike’s passing. We had not seen him in a while but we smile when we think of the great times we used to have on the ball field. Your family is in our prayers , Bill & Dyrenda ( Heath Blankenship’s parents)
Kristy and family. I’m so sorry to hear about Michaels passing. He was a very sweet and loving man! I enjoyed getting to know him as I took care of him. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers !
Keisha Chambers
Great Uncle Mike,
I wish I had gotten to see you more and that we hadn’t lived so far apart. My mom always has had fond memories of you that she has shared with me over the years. Your research on the Hyatt family tree will be continued and never forgotten.
Kristy and family I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that he will be missed .
We love you all
Annette Brown Singleton and family
Kristy, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember one time when Daddy (Jack) was being transferred. We were staying with Grandma and Grandpa and it snowed the night before we were to leave. Mike took Nancy, Ruth, and me out into the snow early that morning. He did not have gloves on but using his bare hands he showed us how to take a little snowball and roll it in the snow to create a large base. He continued until he had finished building an entire snowman for us. His hands must have been freezing! It is a memory I will always treasure. Mike will be sorely missed. My hope for you is that as time passes, you will continue to find new meaning to the life your father led.
Dear Dixie and all the family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mke’s passing. May happy memories bring you all comfort, and God’s Grace and Love surround you now and always.
With all our love,
Dear Family So Sorry To Hear About Mike, Prayers For You And Your Family,
Kristy & family I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was always very friendly and kind when I would see him. May God give you strength and comfort through this time.
Marsha, Kristy and family. We are so sorry for your loss. May the great memories and great times carry you through this difficult time. If there is anything you need we are here anytime.
Kirsty you have all my sympthies love you
Kristy & family, sorry for the loss of your dad. He and I go back 18 years, lots of fun and memories. He was and is still loved and will be missed very much. If there’s anything I can help with, please feel free to call, just reach out.
Kristy, Marsha we’re so grateful of your care with Uncle Mike. I know he was comforted by you both being by his side. God must have been looking out for us as he provided us the opportunity to take Mom to see Mike on Monday. It was a blessing to see him, hug him and tell him how much we love him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families and ours as we share in our love and loss of a great man, a brother and uncle.
Mike was like a father to me. I am fortunate to have many memories of him. I grew up with him and the gentlemen from the VFW club. When I was away in the military mike wrote to me and kept me laughing. It was an honor to have known him. I am sorry for your loss.
My condolences for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I will miss our Monday afternoons at Apollo Flame. Heaven gained an angel. May God continue by your side through this difficult time.
Prayers and thoughts for the whole family. Me and my husband Rick were friends with Mike during our years spent at the VFW. He was a wonderful and kindhearted man to all who met him. He always had a smile when you saw him.
Mike was one of the best supporters of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and was active in the continuing effort to defend the honor of those veterans. I am thankful to have known him and worked with him on that effort. He was a good friend. I am saddened by his death.
Kristy, Tony & I just found out about the death of Mike ! Tony & Mike were good friends thru the VFW. We used to go to all the conferences with him & Jane . We are so sorry to hear of his passing & wish we had know so we could attend his funeral. You have our love & prayers. Tony & Pat Taylor