In Loving Memory of Anthony Allen Hyde (Tony Sleeman)
January 12, 1965 – October 15, 2026
Forever Loved. Never Forgotten. Forever Our Dad.
Anthony Allen Hyde, known to some family and friends as Tony Sleeman, passed away on October 15, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on January 12, 1965, to Shirley Oats and David Hyde, Tony was a proud United States Marine, a beloved father, grandfather, family member, and friend. He leaves behind cherished memories, family traditions, and an influence that will continue through the generations that follow.
Tony lived a life shaped by his experiences, passions, and the people who shared them with him. His journey reflected strength, perseverance, and individuality. Through life’s accomplishments and challenges, he remained a man with a story uniquely his own.
One of the defining chapters of Tony’s life was his service in the United States Marine Corps. Being a Marine was more than a period of military service; it was a distinction he carried throughout his life. The values of loyalty, courage, determination, and commitment associated with the Marine Corps remained an important part of his identity. His service to his country will always be remembered with pride and respect.
Following his military service, Tony spent much of his working life in construction. He also owned and operated his own landscaping company, reflecting his willingness to work hard, take initiative, and build something of his own.
Tony also devoted a meaningful part of his life to youth wrestling. He began by assisting with the Green Demons Youth Wrestling Program and later served as its president, helping guide the organization alongside a dedicated group of volunteer coaches. Together, they provided young athletes with opportunities to learn the sport, develop discipline and confidence, and build the fundamentals necessary to continue wrestling at the middle and high school levels.
His involvement was part of a collective effort that helped establish a foundation for generations of young wrestlers. For Tony, wrestling was more than competition. It was an opportunity to teach perseverance, accountability, and the importance of working toward something greater than oneself. The impact of those years extended beyond the wrestling room and into the lives of the athletes and families who were part of the program.
Outside of work and coaching, Tony found happiness in hunting, fishing, sports, and the outdoors. He appreciated the anticipation of a hunt, the quiet peacefulness of being near the water, and the excitement of athletic competition. These interests were more than pastimes; they became an important part of his life and the memories he created with others.
Perhaps most meaningful was the opportunity to share those passions with his sons.
What began as a father’s interests became a connection between generations. Through hunting, fishing, sports, and wrestling, Tony passed down far more than knowledge or skills. He gave his sons experiences that helped shape who they would become and traditions they would one day share with their own children.
There is something extraordinary about the influence a father can have without ever fully realizing it. A young boy watching his father, learning from him, and wanting to follow in his footsteps may not understand the importance of those moments until many years later.
For Tony’s sons, those moments became part of who they are.
Every trip into the woods, every cast of a fishing line, and every step onto a wrestling mat carries something their father gave them.
Perhaps Tony never fully realized how much of himself he was leaving behind in those ordinary moments. What once seemed like just another day together would eventually become memories his sons would give anything to experience one more time. The sound of his voice, the stories he told, the lessons he taught, and even the smallest details of his personality would become reminders of a father whose influence reached further than he may have imagined.
Tony experienced the happiness, accomplishments, challenges, and hardships that come with a lifetime. He was not a perfect man, nor would anyone who truly knew him expect him to be. He was human — with strengths, flaws, stories, and experiences that together made him the man his family and friends knew as Tony.
To his friends, he was someone whose life became part of their own through shared experiences, conversations, and memories made over the years. To his grandchildren, he was Grandpa, a connection to their family’s history and the generations before them.
And to his children, he was Dad — a simple word that holds an entire lifetime of meaning.
A father is often remembered in the smallest details. The way he laughed. The sound of his voice. The advice he gave, whether it was asked for or not. The habits and mannerisms his children eventually recognize in themselves. These are the things that remain, quietly reminding us of the people who helped make us who we are.
Tony’s legacy lives in his children and grandchildren, in the family traditions they continue, and in the young athletes whose journeys he helped support. It can be found not only in what he accomplished during his lifetime, but also in the experiences and lessons that others will carry forward.
Someday, his grandchildren may find themselves standing in the woods before sunrise, casting a line into the water, or stepping onto a wrestling mat. And in those moments, whether they realize it or not, they will be carrying forward a part of their grandfather.
Because the greatest legacy a father leaves is not measured by what he owned or accomplished, but by what continues to live within his children long after he is gone.
Though his passing leaves an emptiness that words cannot adequately describe, his memory will remain in the places and moments that meant so much to him.
In the stillness of the woods on a cold morning.
In the peaceful sound of water against the shoreline.
In the determination of a young wrestler who refuses to give up.
And in the faces, personalities, and traditions of the generations he leaves behind.
Tony is survived by his four sons, Nathan Hyde, Brandon Hyde, Dylan Hyde, and Ryan Hyde; and his five grandchildren, Isaiah Winter, Logan Hyde, Adeline Hyde, Boden Hyde, and Ivo Hyde.
His memory will live on through each of them, in the stories they share, the traditions they continue, and the love that will forever connect them as a family.
Rest peacefully, Dad. You may no longer walk beside us, but you will walk with us for the rest of our lives.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Details to follow.
Sorry for your loss. Always remember the good times and pass on his memories through stories.
My deepest condolences Nathan, Brandon, Dylan, and Ryan. I had known your father since my children were in Youth Wrestling. Your father was a good man, I would see him many times almost everyday when I went to work. He always had a smile and we would talk. May God be with you all and even the grandchildren. My condolences to all.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Very sorry to see that your Dad has passed away, your Dad was a great guy, he will be missed, beautiful tribute, sincere condolences to his family & friends.
What a great tribute to a great guy! Tony was everyone’s friend in H.S., we all have some great times to remember with him. I am sad to hear that he passed, Rest in Peace Tony
Tony was a great guy! I always enjoyed talking to him when I would come to the home to work with one of my clients or run into him somewhere in town. Tony you will be missed but not forgotten! Your boys wrote a beautiful tribute to you.
To Tony’s Family.
I was so sorry to hear about Tony passing away and You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Take Care and God Bless!!!
Lennard A. Wilson
Sorry for your loss he was a great person and friend
To Tony’s Family,
So sorry to hear about Tony passing away, and he was a Great Guy!!! My prayers are being lifted up for You All as You go through this time.
Take Care and God Bless!!!
Lennard A. Wilson
🙏🏻My sincere condolences to Tony’s family. The tribute to your dad is simply beautiful. The many lives Tony has touched in his lifetime, are very blessed. Cherish the memories made in his lifetime to carry you through these sad days.🙏🏻
My thoughts and prayers are with the family! Cherish the memories!
Deepest condolences to you and your family Nate.
Tony will be remembered by many he was always willing to help out wherever and whenever he could
Shelly, Dylan and to his other sons. You’re in my prayers. I enjoyed when I first moved here and we sold wrestling tickets together. It was good to run into him in town.
Dylan,
I’m so sorry for your loss. We are here whenever you need us.
Lisa
Our condolences to all Tony’s family and friends.
I remember when Tony left for the Marines, just a boy. And when he returned standing tall, strong, and able — a man. A good man. Shelly it was a beautiful wedding in Friendship Park, I was happy for your family when you bought the home on Hwy 13, and respected his him the years he served on the village board. good memories . Whoever wrote the obituary, thank you.
My condolences to Shelly and the boys. Tony it was always a pleasure waiting on you at Kwik Trip and now Cenex years later. Rest easy now.
Sorry for your loss. Peace and comfort to his family..
Sorry for your loss of your dad boys. Also sorry for your loss Shelly
So very sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry and sad that Tony has passed. From going through school together,, summer times, and spending so much time together on as our families were best friends, I will miss you. rest in peace Tony Sleeman.
My sincere condolences to the whole family and all who knew and loved him. May Tony enjoy the peace he has found in his eternal life and may his love and pride in his son’s and grandchildren sustain them and bring them comfort in the coming years. May their memories bring more smiles than tears as time goes on
My sympathy to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May Tony rest in peace. He will always be watching over his family from above!
My condolences to the family, I will miss running into him, and talking about the old times. Rest in peace Tony
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts go out to all of you at this difficult time.
Was always great time when we shock dice aka ship,captain ,crew .U will be missed we had a lot life’s 💗😢
My sympathy to you all during this difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. He was always the shining star in high school. Always smiling and laughing. May he be at peace. All my thoughts n prayers for his family during this difficult goodbye. Micky [espinoza] Bell
Our condolences to the whole family. What a wonderful tribute to him. His legacy will live on for sure. He made an impact on so many, including our children. May he be at peace.
So sorry for your loss
Tony was a man I remember from my youth. He was honorable and a great soul. He will be missed. To his family and friends i offer my condolences. May He rest in peace.
Our condolences.
So sorry to hear of Tony’s passing.
Tony was a soft spoken, friendly man. Gonna miss him. Sorry for your loss.
Nate, Brandon, Ryan, Dylan and families. Grandma is saddened that you have lost your dad, friend, coach, teacher and everything else that he was to you. You will carry everyone of your dad’s memories and teachings, his love with you as long as you live and then it will be past on to your children. He will be missed. You all wrote a beautiful tribute to you dad. I love each of you.
Shelley, Nate, Brandon, Dylan and Ryan so sorry for your loss, cherish the memories.
Sorry for your families loss.
Rest in peace my friend
I will miss him . He was a great man. May the Lord comfort you and your family through this time of sorrow.