Edward J. Hyland Jr.

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Edward Hyland Obituary

Name: Visitation for Edward J. Hyland Jr.
Start: 2021-11-23T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-11-23T19:00:00.000Z
Location: New Comer Cremations & Funerals

Hyland, Edward J. Jr. WATERFORD Edward J. Hyland Jr., 59, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, Wednesday, November 17, 2021, after a six year courageous battle with cancer. Ed was the son of Ruth Hyland and the late Edward J. Hyland, Sr. Ed was a senior mechanical engineer for the U.S. Army at Benet Laboratories, part of Army Futures Command. As stated by his colleagues, "The U.S. Army has lost a superior engineering artisan, problem solver, educator, armament historian, colleague and friend." In his 36 years of Army Civilian Service, Ed has influenced close to every large caliber armament product and technology developed and fielded to the war fighter. He authored, coauthored, or was referenced in 97 technical reports or papers produced at Benet. He is also listed as an inventor on four patents for advancement in large caliber cannon technology. Despite his battle with his illness, his passion for his work never waned. Ed's other passions in life included superior cooking, (we always looked forward to his Christmas Eve dinners) gardening, fitness, watching his Jets, Mets and Rangers, and of course, spending time with his family. Ed was not only incredibly generous, but also someone you could always turn to for answers, guidance or support. Along with his mother, Ed is survived by his siblings, Debbie (Anthony) Oppelt, Denise (Dale) Holmes and Justine (Kevin) Cuttler. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Ryan Oppelt, Tyler Oppelt, Cory Ragone, Shannon Ragone, Tori MacGilfrey, Conner Walthers, Brian Cuttler, Hannah Cuttler; and his great-niece and nephews, Aiden, Ben, Caelyn and Stetson Oppelt. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, November 23, from 4-7 p.m. at New Comer Cremations & Funerals located at 181 Troy-Schenectady Road Watervliet. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 24, at the funeral home at 9 a.m. Interment will follow the service in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his memory be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. To leave a special message of condolence for the family, please visit www.NewComerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Nov. 21, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Hyland

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Joe Nicoll

November 23, 2021

Tyler and family,

My deepest condolences to all upon hearing of Ed's passing. Having worked with him for many years, (decades) I know he was a consummate professional and dedicated to his career. He proved that every day, but especially these past few years as he continued working while still battling cancer with dignity, strength and courage. But beyond that, he was an even better person...Ed was an inspiration to us all.

May he rest in peace now that the fight is over. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve his loss.

Jerome Brown

November 22, 2021

Our paths crossed many occasions during our carriers at the Watervliet Arsenal. His ability to work closely with the Manufacturing personnel and interact on the shop floor was invaluable. I was very fortunate to have worked on so many projects with Ed . His loss will be felt for a very long time. May he rest in piece

Mina Habashy

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Kerri Ivey

November 21, 2021

I worked with Ed over the last few years. He was always kind, patient and diligent - he was a consummate team player, always willing to help and patiently teach, and a deeply skilled engineer. I learned so much from him, and appreciated him deeply as a colleague and person. So sorry to hear of his passing and hope he is at peace, and holding his family in my thoughts.

Steve & Terry Krupski

November 20, 2021

We are totally saddened over the loss of our best friend. Our Thursday night dates will never be the same without Ed. I (Terry) was always proud to go out each Thursday with my husband and Ed. We shared so many stories, the guys many beers, so memories of all our families and of course the guys talked work occasionally which I enjoyed listening too. As I explained to several of our friends, Ed was so much more than just our friend, he was part of our family and our hearts will forever be broken.
Our condolences to all Ed's family and may someday the grief lessens and your memories become comfort.

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