Thelma Hyson Obituary

Hyson
THELMA GRACE HYSON
March 18, 1932
July 17, 2019
Thelma Grace Hyson, 87, passed away 17 July 2019 in CO Springs, CO with her family by her side.
She was born 18 March 1932 in Poland Mines, PA to Milo (Tom) & Mary Secrest Sullenberger. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents & brothers, Bryan & Grant Sullenberger.
Thelma was married to William Hyson for almost 60 years. He preceded her death in 2011. She was also preceded in death by her 3 sons: David, William, & James Hyson. She is survived by her 2 daughters: Irene (Glen) Higgins & Margaret Hyson; 6 grandchildren: Lara, James (Deanna), & Zachary (Sarah) Taylor, Amanda (Jeremey) Rollin, Glen & Emily Higgins & 7 great-grandchildren: Toby, Isaac, & Arabella Rollin, Zachariah, Cheyenne, & Zachary Taylor, & Ezra Jonasen.
Thelma was an avid gardener & Scouter. She was "grandma" to almost everyone she knew.
Visitation: 6-8PM, Fri, 16 Aug 2019, Dove-Witt, 6630 S. Highway 85/87, Fountain, CO. Funeral: 11AM, Sat, 17 Aug 2019. Fountain Community Theater (Fleischauer Activities Center), 326 Alabama Ave, Fountain, CO. Reception/luncheon to follow.
In honor of Thelma's dedication to Scouting, the family encourages anyone who is or has been a Scouter to wear their Scouting uniform to the funeral & reception.
If you would like to make a charitable contribution in Thelma's name, the family suggests the Pikes
Peak Council BSA (The Wm & Thelma Hyson Campership Fund or the Wood Badge Scholarship Fund preferred) or to a charity of your choice.
Thelma will be placed with her husband in Pikes Peak National Cemetery.
Full obituary at DignityMemorial.com

Published by The Gazette on Aug. 14, 2019.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

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

Memories and Condolences
for Thelma Hyson

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

So sorry for your loss

Beverly &Andrew Deardorff

August 16, 2019

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Thelma Hyson's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Thelma Hyson

Aug

16

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Dove-Witt

6630 S. Highway 85/87, Fountain, CO

Aug

17

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Fountain Community Theater (Fleischauer Activities Center)

326 Alabama Ave, Fountain, CO

How to support Thelma'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 Thelma Hyson'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