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HOYT, Robert William Robert William Hoyt, 21, a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, friend, warrior, combat veteran and Hero, died Saturday, (December 11, 2004) in Baghdad, Iraq, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV while conducting convoy operations. Hoyt was assigned to the Army National Guard's C Company, 1st Battalion 102nd Infantry, Bristol. Robert Hoyt was born in Manchester to Kathleen and Thomas D. Hoyt, Sr. He grew up in Mansfield, was a 2001 graduate of Edwin O. Smith High School and enlisted in the Connecticut National Guard in 2002. Hoyt had a love for sports and music. He played football and ran track in high school. He also coached football for the Mansfield youth league. He was an employee of Wing Foot Commercial Tire. Soldiering is an affair of the heart, and it is that spirit, that fundamental commitment to volunteer, to place the Nation's needs above one's own, that makes Robert Hoyt one of the best Soldiers in the world today. Robert Hoyt was a great Soldier, who voluntarily answered the call to duty. He was a true hero. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Etta Zwick and his grandfather, Ross Russell. Survivors include mother, Kathleen Hoyt of Storrs, father, Thomas Hoyt of Ashford; his brother, Thomas Hoyt, Jr.; two sisters, Ginger and Amber Hoyt; grandmothers, Clara Russell and Nancy Cunningham; grandfathers, Samuel Zwick and Paul Cunningham; 26 aunts and uncles; many cousins and countless friends. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, December 21, 11 a.m. at St. Mary Church, 1600 Main St., Rt. 31, Coventry with the Rev. Dr. Bruce Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield Center Cemetery. Calling hours will be held TODAY, December 19, 3-9 p.m. at St. Mary Church, 1600 Main St., Coventry. Memorial contributions may be made in Robert's name to the Robert W. Hoyt Memorial Scholarship, c/o Deborah McCracken, New Alliance Bank, 6 Storrs Rd., Willimantic, CT 06226.
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Robert, I did not know you. I came across your grave today while walking through the cemetery where you are buried. I was incredibly touched by your story and want to say thank you for your service and for your sacrifice. I hope the hearts of your friends and family are warmed by fond memories of you.
Patrick Getty
June 18, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Robert W. Hoyt:
Please accept my remembrance of Robert on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
December 12, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Robert W. Hoyt:
Remembering Robert on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
December 11, 2010
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Donna Gillette
December 26, 2009
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Kenna Larra
August 4, 2009
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Robert, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
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Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
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December 11, 2008
To the family of Spc. Robert W. Hoyt:
Robert gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
December 11, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Hoyt!
April 21, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the HOYT family .Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[ES] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the tallons as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation.THANK..YOU..HO..YAAH..B.V.C.
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
December 11, 2007
Dear Hoyt Family,
I realize there is NOTHING that could be said to you that could ever ease the loss that your family has endured... I wouldn't even begin to try.
I simply felt the need to convey my deepest, heart felt condolences, to those that lived nearest me...
I SIMPLY HAD TO reach out to those that lived closest to me and let their families know that the sacrifice that their SONS & DAUGHTERS have made ARE NOT, and WILL NOT be forgotten, and were not made in vain!
We gladly add your beloved son to our prayers, along with ALL of our other fallen Sons & Daughters!
God Bless YOU and YOUR FAMILY, and "MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU!"
PROUD UNCLE OF THREE (3) "CURRENTLY SERVING" U.S. SOLDIERS
James A. (U.S. Army)
Justin B. (U.S. Army)
Charles C. (U.S. Air Force)
.
Bliven Family
August 17, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
August 13, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 20, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Hoyt and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 14, 2007
I didn't know you, but THANK YOU.
Larissa Moore
June 26, 2007
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Soldier, Spc. Robert W. Hoyt, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace Young Hero, in God's Loving Care and may God's Healing Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Hoyt family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1-2
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Garnet Jenkins
December 11, 2006
Brave soldier, Proud American, Rest in peace young man.
Robert H. Hoyt II
May 6, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Hoyt family in the loss of Robert. I did not know Robert, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Robert it has been 15 months since you were taken. My heart was touched by your words to your fellow brothers. Robert they to loved you. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 26, 2006
I didnt know you Robert,but my fathers name was also Robert William Hoyt, and I know that you are my Hero, you gave your life as that we could be free to live ours.
I think a hero is an ordinary individual who finds strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
May you now rest in peace my friend.
Tracy Hoyt
February 28, 2006
Thank you for serving this great country of ours. Thank you for what you have given us all.
I will not forget and it's my mission to remind all of who you are and what you have done for us.
Iraq War Heroes
Don't Let the Memory Of Them Drift Away
Q Madp
December 17, 2005
Hey Hoyt. I remember the first day we met. It was my first day at the armory before the basic, and it was yours first day after the basic. We miss you kid. Every drill we remember you and the way you changed every single heart in 1/102. I love you man.
Ruslan Abdukalikov
December 14, 2005
hey robby,i know that somehow you'll be able to see what he have all written. you were a great friend although i only knew you from when we were all little. you were a great brother to ambo,and we all miss you
Amber A
December 11, 2005
Rob- today has been a year since your death. it has been hard for all of us. and we miss and love you very much. i remember a year ago when you died. I will never forget that day and i will not forget you. love, your little sister, Amber Rose Hoyt
Amber Hoyt
December 11, 2005
bud,
high school was a blast your a true close friend and i'll always remember those good times.
thanks for helping my sister. god bless you and your family. (e.o smith high school is our place of peace).
anthony morascini
December 6, 2005
God Bless( Jamie,Navy wife)
Jamie Graves
November 20, 2005
You are with me daily...
SSG Purdue
October 30, 2005
I too am a soldier who grew up in CT.I served in Iraq the same time as SPC Hoyt and know how it was over there.To his family my condolenses go out.
Jason Ceravone
August 28, 2005
Wanda Cobb & Family
August 20, 2005
rob- in a few days will be your birthday. you would be 22. i hope you have a good birthday and independence day on july 4th this year wherever you are. i love and miss you. rest in peace. love, your little sister
Amber Hoyt
July 2, 2005
To the family of Robert Hoyt, Im sorry for your loss. You son adn Brother will always be remembered and everyone should know that he died fighting for our country he will always be remembered.
April 5, 2005
Rob is my brother and hero.. he was special to me and alot of other people he knew.. he will always be remembered and honored as a good person. I love and miss him soo much..
Amber Hoyt
January 6, 2005
I only met him a couple of times but from what I knew he was a great guy! Sorry for your loss and he will always be remembered for his bravery and support for our country.
Stephanie
December 27, 2004
i new robby kind of well because of him at the football game he was a very nice funn guy i send you guys lots of love amber if you ever need to talk i'm here for you love ya girl and mr hoyt i know you well to i want to say i'm porud of your son and that i'm sorry god be with you
Jaimie Gates
December 23, 2004
Please know that you have my deepest sympathy and respect.
Susan Way
December 21, 2004
I never knew your son, but I want you to know that I am proud and thankful for his bravery and ultimate sacrifice for our great country. He is a true hero.
Linda Dettore
December 21, 2004
On behalf of the 376th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, Bagram Afghanistan, our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Army Specialist Hoyt. God Speed.
December 21, 2004
To The Hoyt Family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and hero. He will be missed by all. GOOD BLESS. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Annmarie Bouchard
December 20, 2004
A great friend and hero. God bless !! All my sympathy to the family.
James Sharples
December 20, 2004
A true Hero has entered Heaven!!
Thank you SPC Hoyt for protecting
our freedoms. God bless you warrior
in Heaven
Shewokis Jim
December 20, 2004
I am grieved by the loss of your son and brother. Robert will always be remembered. God bless you and comfort you.
Bela
December 20, 2004
We were long time residents of Coventry....I just wanted to make sure I let you know how much we appreciated your son's sacrifice for our country and I am proud of him. So very proud. Sorry for your loss..
Ethel Green
December 19, 2004
Rob~ I love you and miss you so very much! You are always in my heart!
Stephanie Huhtala
December 19, 2004
To SPC. Hoyt--Thank you for your service. May you be with the angels.
To SPC. Hoyt's family and friends--May memories comfort you.
To SPC. Hoyt's fellow soldiers--God speed as you continue the mission.
With sympathy,
Carolyn Aselton
December 19, 2004
Stephanie MacNamara
December 19, 2004
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