John Daniel Hyden Jr.

John D. Hyden, Jr., age 86, passed away on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2018. John is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Norma Gail Hyden; his sister Shirley Carrington; and his brother Lawrence Hyden. He is survived by his daughters, Danna Hyden, Lisa Hyden Andrews, and Karen Swafford; his granddaughter Emily Marie Andrews; and his brother Kenneth M. Hyden. John proudly served in the U.S. Air Force where he retired as Master Sergeant. He then began his career as an Insurance Salesman which led to Deputy Insurance Commissioner for the state of Alabama where he retired. During his retirement he became an adjunct professor for AUM and served as an administrator at Valley Park Baptist Church. John loved Auburn football, camping, fishing, challenging crossword puzzles, and spoiling his dear wife with cruises and beach trips. He was very involved in the community as he would volunteer with MACOA, Meals on Wheels, Special Olympics, and the Montgomery Zoo. The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 6th, 2018 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at Alabama Heritage Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will begin at 2:00 pm with Rev. Jim Wilson officiating.