B. Wayne Hyde

B. Wayne Hyde obituary

B. Hyde Obituary

LT. COLONEL B.
WAYNE HYDE, 91
U.S. Air Force

LAKELAND - Lt. Colonel B. Wayne Hyde, 91, passed away on October 23, 2013, at his residence due to natural causes.
He was born in Tryon, North Carolina in 1922. He grew up in Jessup, Maryland. As a boy, he dreamed of someday flying airplanes. At age 18, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps. Later he was awarded his coveted "Wings" and became 2nd, Lt. B. Wayne Hyde.
He flew airplanes in four different wars: In WWII, he flew fifty missions in B-17's over Europe, later B-29's over North Korea. He flew missions over the Soviet Union during the Cold War. He flew KB-50's six engine tankers, refueling fighter aircraft over the Atlantic, Europe, and later over Vietnam.
In WWII, on one mission over Europe, and estimated 200 Nazi fighter planes attacked his flight formation of B-17s bombers. It became a bitter aerial battle. Squadron gunners shot down an estimated 50 Nazi planes. Twelve US bombers were lost. Wayne's pilot skills enabled him to fly his crippled aircraft back to his Italian base. His plane had over 100 bullet holes in it, yet not one in his crew was injured. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.
In his long career, he was awarded four air medals and many other medals and commendations. In retirement, after many weeks in home Bible study, the minister of the Dade City Christian Church baptized both Wayne and his wife Rena, into Christ.
He became a faithful witness in his newfound faith. Wayne Hyde's boyhood dream of flying was fulfilled.
Lt. Colonel Hyde is survived by his wife, Rena, son Tim and his wife Barbara.
A chapel service will be held on Monday, October 28, 2013, at 11 a.m., with a graveside service to follow at 12 noon with military honors at Lakeland Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens.

Published by The Ledger from Oct. 27 to Oct. 28, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for B. Hyde

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

My husband and I knew Wayne from playing golf with him. We shall miss him.

Dorothy Fife

October 28, 2013

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in B. Hyde's name

Memorial Events
for B. Hyde

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support B.'s loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor B. Hyde's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more