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GREGORY HYDER Obituary

GREGORY P. HYDER 6/21/1948 - 10/1/2014 Gregory P. Hyder was born on June 21, 1948 in San Bernardino, CA to the late Charles and Myrna Hyder. Greg passed away of heart failure on October 1, 2014 at his home in Victorville surrounded by his family. A Three Sports Star at Victor Valley High School class of 1966. He went on to become a four time All American basketball player at Eastern New Mexico University(1966-1970) where he still holds the scoring and rebounding records. He later became the first player from San Bernardino County to play in the NBA. He was drafted and played for the Cincinnati Royals in 1970(they are now the Sacramento Kings). Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Myrna Hyder, wife Gloria J. Hyder and brother Willie Ray McDonald. Left to mourn his passing are sons Dijon (Nena) and Charles, his three grandchildren Isaiah, Anyah, and Jesiah Hyder, his brothers Charles Glenn and Jerry and sister Garnet Hyder. A memorial service will take place on Friday, October 17th at 11:00 am at Friendly Temple Church, 16570 E Street, Victorville, CA 92395. Professional Services entrusted to Hall Memorial Chapel, 14434 California Ave, Victorville, CA 92392.

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Published by Daily Press on Oct. 16, 2014.

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Rachel White

April 8, 2025

I new Grey Hyder he was a really good friend of mine he lived in Victorville California. I met him in an unusual way I had drove away with my purse on top of my car and five years later Greg Hyder came up to me and said are you Rachel White I found a purse about 5 years ago with your ID in it someone had went through it . And he said he wanted to give it back to me but he never had seen me until it got thron away . We were good friends ever since . I also know his brother that also lived in Victorville. I'm sad to here Greg passed away he was great guy

Sue Allison

October 27, 2014

My prayers go out to the Hyder family. I will always be grateful to have known Greg.

October 20, 2014

May God comfort you and your family during your time of sorrow in losing your father, and your brother Gregory. Our deepest sympathies. Linda

Sarita Schwedes

October 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss Hyder family.

Sarita Adams Schwedes
VVHS class of 1969

Kathy Vick-Holcomb

October 18, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I have fond memories of watching Greg play. He was a great guy. I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs to all of you.

October 17, 2014

God's comfort prayed for the Hyder Family~

Dwight and Gina (Cruz) Rider

Judy Irwin

October 17, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to the Hyder family.

thomsa atkinson

October 17, 2014

A favorite big brother and inspiration... always will cherish his presence... Love love love to the Hyders family

Vicki Cordill Ward

October 17, 2014

Garnet, I am so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. I send my thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Vicki

Chaplain Stephanie Johnson

October 17, 2014

My thoughts, prayers and Love is with each of you today. Read by Jesus in the synagogue: Isaiah 61 ....2-3. Enjoy each other today. Chaplain,
rev. Stephanie Johnson/

Walter Hawkins

October 17, 2014

To the Hyder family -
Jean and I offer our condolences. I cherish our relationship over the years and I have so many fond memories of Greg. May God continue to bless you.

Mary Bluford

October 17, 2014

Remember ALL the GOOD TIMES you had with Him! God Bless you all in time it will be better.

Don and JoAnn Widney

October 16, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this difficult time.

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