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Bobby Hyman Obituary
ROCKY MOUNT - Bobby Earl Hyman was born to the late Clara Hyman Rand and the late Julius Hyman on June 4, 1946 in Sharpsburg, North Carolina. Gracefully and peacefully on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Swedish Hospital (Cherry Hill Campus) in Seattle, Washington, Bobby accepted his call from the Lord. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, John L. Hyman, Julius Hyman; and, four sisters, Dorothy Cherry, Maggie Maryland Brown, Martha Vick and Vernice Kelly Lindsey.
Bob, as he was affectionately called, was the 7th child of thirteen siblings. Yet, he always stood out in his own special way. Creative, fun-loving, smart, and inquisitive, he will be best remembered for his infectious smile and positive outlook on life.
In 1964, Bob graduated from Frederick Douglass High School in Elm City, North Carolina, where he was known for his shop skills. He joined the United States Navy immediately after graduation, working his way up the ranks from Seaman to Warrant Officer to Lieutenant. He served his country with honor for 21 1/2 years. In addition, he also served as a boiler engineer in the Merchant Marines for nine years.
After retiring, he became the entrepreneur of the 4Bells company, where he used his skills from high school to develop a successful woodworking business. He made an assortment of furniture and home goods (e.g., bedroom suits, chairs, waste baskets, bread boxes, and desks). He also enrolled in college and completed a degree in electrical engineering technology. His most recent endeavor was winemaking; and, over a ten year period, he perfected his craft, taking great pleasure in teaching others along the way. On any day, he could be found at a County Fair participating in wine competitions. Over the years, he won approximately 200 medals, ribbons, and certificates for his wines.
Bob was a lover of family and friends. His joy was coming to North Carolina, when everyone was working or busy, to cook dinner and invite everyone over for a middle of the week meal. If he stayed five days, he served dinner for five days.
Most importantly, Bob loved the Lord. He knew and appreciated the fact that everything that he loved and owned belong to God. He gave generously and unselfishly to his family and friends.
He leaves to cherish his memories; his loving wife of 26 years, Ann; daughters Dee Alta Hyman and Tonita Williams (Don); grandson Donald, Jr; three brothers, Leon Hyman (Dorothy) and Billy Hyman (Vicky), Wilson, North Carolina, Carlton Hyman (Margaret) Rocky Mount, North Carolina; four sisters, Luraline Cooper, Clara Knight (Hiawatha), Gail Thorne(Marvin) of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Angela Hyman, Newark, New Jersey. He leaves behind a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends.
A celebration of Bobby's life will take place on May 19th at 1:00 PM at Powers Funeral Home in Puyallup, Washington. There will be a private interment at Mt. Tahoma Cemetery.
As published in the Rocky Mount Telegram
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Gary Davis
July 3, 2021
I served with Chief Hyman aboard the USS Wainwright. I was a mess cook in the chief’s mess. Chief Hyman taught me many useful things Including how to make bug juice. He was always kind and considerate to this lowly seaman.
Carolyn Pender Chadwick
June 15, 2019
Bob, a year has passed and it seems just like yesterday. We miss you dearly. You and Ann were so good to my mom. ❤❤
The Pender family
James Cooper
April 27, 2019
I miss talking to Bobby on the phone catching up on each other lives. I missed that good wine he make and send me. Most of all I missed our good friendship.
Bernice Dawson Davis
May 29, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of a friend from childhood and school days. May he now rest in perfect peace. Condolences to Ann and the rest of the family.
Donald Jackson
May 17, 2018
RIP Lieutenant(Ret) Bobby Hyman and thank you for your service to our Nation.
May 11, 2018
Marvin and family. I am praying that God will comfort your hearts at this time. Be Blessed. Terri Jones/ PNC Bank
Bruce & Jodie Clark
May 11, 2018
Wish we could have spent more time together. Bob was a selfless and loving man and we were blessed to meet him and Ann in Marriage Encounter. What a dear couple - Your family will be in our continued prayers.
James Cooper
May 10, 2018
I will miss you buddy, we go back when we used to shoot marbles together.A friend and classmate of 1964.
Vicki LaStant
May 10, 2018
Thank you for your service Bobby. I did not know you personally but I certainly heard a lot about you from my cousin Kay Amberg who said you were a a wonderful man and her best friend. May you RIP.
Richard McBee
May 10, 2018
I just cannot believe I will not be able to call you again. I will remember us serving at recruit training center company 453 1964. Then again on board the aircraft carrier USS SHANGRI-LA CVA 38. It was an honor to know you and to serve our country together. My 3 daughters and my wife fell in love with you and Ann when you stayed with us for a short while at our home in Missouri. I will never forget you. My prayers go out for Ann. May the good Lord touch her, and keep her.
Theodore Garrv
May 10, 2018
Wish I could be there only met him one and helped him with the va claims god bless he family
Yvonne and Jim Stegman
May 9, 2018
What can I say, other than to know him was wonderful experience. I never knew anyone who had so much zest for life. He just lit up a room when he walked in. We will miss our dear friend. Our thoughts are with Ann
Leslie Vetter
May 9, 2018
He was the greatest man I have ever met! Always so full of joy and enough love to spread around. I learned so much from him because he knew so much and loved sharing his knowledge with everyone around him. He will be deeply missed! Rest in peace Bob.
Vickie Armstrong
May 9, 2018
Rest in Heavenly Peace Bob - You have been piped ashore
Lori Murphy
May 8, 2018
I will miss Bobby, as many others will as well. He was so smart, kind, funny and the jack of all trades. He knew so much about many topics... therefore was easy to have an intelligent and interesting conversation with. I learned the basics of winemaking from Bobby. I was eager to learn more and am devastated, as many of his close family and friends are as well, that we cant experience our traditions with him any longer.
Im sorry for everyones loss. My heart hurts with you all.
Jake & Jeri Jacobsen
May 8, 2018
Bobby was a funny, good humored, gifted, master craftsman, outstanding wine maker, and a fierce barbecue chef... Who is matched by his beloved Ann... Sympathy to the Hyman family during this time of grief, we grieve with you....
Gwen Hyman-Watson
May 7, 2018
I will always remember Bob's infectious smile. He was always so pleasant, and so happy. It is comforting to know that he is resting in the arms of our Heavenly Father, and is no longer in any pain. He will , forever, be missed!
Towanda Hyman
May 7, 2018
Rest In Peace Uncle Bob. I love you.
Shirley Thorne
May 5, 2018
Ann, as Bobby's high school classmate and friend, I will truly miss him posting on Facebook. In school, he use to call me by my first name and my maiden name all the time.(Shirley Whitley)He will truly be missed by me and all of us. God bless you!
Patricia Boddie, Wilkins
May 4, 2018
Bob, as we called him, was a very nice young boy who became a very nice man. I knew him from the age of 12. He was nice to our family as we were new to the neighborhood. My Mom thought he was smart and hard working even as a teen. Always friendly, smiling,and honorable. Truly a good guy. He will surely be missed. Condolences to the family. You all are in my prayers.
Evangelist Angela Hyman
May 4, 2018
Bobby Earl you will be missed.
May 3, 2018
RIP my brother.
We love you.
Leon & Dorothy Hyman
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