Edward F. Hyland

Ed Hyland, 79, passed away November 5, 2024, in Findlay, Ohio. His family and friends will remember him for his dedication to his loved ones, strong work ethic, and loyalty.

Edward Francis Hyland was born May 22, 1945, to Mae and Leo Hyland of Lakewood, Ohio. He was an adored baby brother to his siblings, Leo, Peggy, and Jack and grew up supported by aunts Kitty, Julie, and Florence, and his namesake, uncle Eddie Mangan. In turn, he became a beloved “Uncle Eddie” to 19 nieces and nephews.

Ed attended Cathedral Latin High School where he played basketball and football. He continued his basketball career at Heidelberg College where he served as captain his senior year. He was a member of the Excelsior Men’s Society and was nicknamed “Socrates.” It was at Heidelberg where he met Pam Frank, whom he married on August 17, 1968. They enjoyed 36 years of marriage together before her death in 2005.

Throughout his life, Ed endorsed the value of higher education, earning his master’s degree from Bowling Green State University and his doctorate degree from The University of Toledo. He served in many capacities in higher ed at Defiance College, Heidelberg University, and The University of Findlay.

In 2015, he married Maxine Mazza, and they enjoyed retirement together.

Ed is survived by his wife, Maxine; son, Wesley (Kayt) Hyland; daughter, Katie (Jacob) Dodson; and three grandchildren, Micah, Aubrie, and Hannah. Ed will be missed by Maxine’s children, Lisa (Mike) Kirk, and Jeff (Jenn) Ramsey; and grandchildren, Levi, Lexi, Ella, and Ava. Ed was honored to call Lemuel Roberts his lifelong friend.

Friends and family may visit from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500). Funeral service for Ed will be at conclusion of visitation 12 noon in the funeral home with Pastor Jacob Dodson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Ed and Pam Hyland Scholarship through Heidelberg University or Legacy Hospice of Lima, Ohio.