Billy Hyder, age 59, was born January 20, 1953 in Crossville, TN and died November 23, 2012 in Crossville, TN. He was a maintenance technician and could do anything he put his hands to. He loved to work outside- cutting trees, landscaping, gardening, and he had squirrels that he fed right out of his hand. He enjoyed playing music and reading.

Billy was survived by his close friend- Tammie Hyder; son- William Bratch Hyder and Becky; three grandchildren- Jack, Ariel, and Shelby; and two sisters- Wilva Lewis and Patricia Arnold.

He was preceded in death by his parents- Ridley and Edna Banks Hyder and two brothers- Charles and Venable Hyder.

Family will be receiving friends Sunday, November 24, 2012 from 3 to 5 pm with service to follow at 5 in the Crossville Memorial Chapel.