Floyd Lindy Hyden Jr.

Floyd “Buddy” Lindy Hyden Jr., age 72 of Leander, TX, born to Floyd and Betty Jo Hyden on April 2, 1953, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday January 28th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Buddy married the love of his life, Bonnie, on September 30, 1971. His love for his wife was unwavering and proud, built on faith, shared laughter, a lifetime of partnership and a lifelong devotion that was evident in the way he cherished and honored her. They spent the next 54 years raising their four children and pouring their hearts into their grandchildren and great‑grandchildren. His love for his grandchildren and great grandchildren brought him immeasurable joy. Buddy was a devoted husband, a proud and loving father and a beloved Papaw. Serving God and his family was his greatest joy, his deepest pride, and his most meaningful legacy.

Buddy was a God‑fearing man, a well-respected and a faithful servant. He loved unconditionally and carried the love of Christ in all that he did. His faith wasn’t just something he spoke about, it was something he lived every day. He carried his faith out loud, offering comfort to others simply by the way he lived, loved and served. His heart for children was abundant. He was Uncle Buddy or Papaw to many children not related by blood but bound to him by love. His calling to mentor, guide, and support others was evident in every aspect of his life. Always just one phone call away, Buddy stood ready to serve, encourage, and uplift anyone in need.

Buddy is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 54 years, Bonnie Hyden, son Jeff Hyden, daughters, Rachelle Hyden, Michelle Hyden & Kerri Hyden Riley, son‑in‑law Delon Riley, daughters‑in‑law Zenda Hyden & Trishia Hyden, grandchildren Delon Riley Jr., Madison Hyden, Lindi Riley, Kaitlynn Hyden, Zorena Pfeifer, Nathanial Pfeifer, Michael Pfeifer, Kristen Silliman & Tyler Fleet, great‑grandchildren Maximilliana Riley, Melanie Latham, Olivia Kittleson, Benson Silliman, Taylen Silliman & Sterling Newton. Buddy is also survived by his siblings Janie Clements, Debbie Greenfield, Edna Meredith, Bubba Hyden and wife Bobbie, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Floyd Hyden Sr. & Betty Jo Hyden, sister Madge Glover, granddaughter Joyce Scott, brothers‑in‑law Richard King, David King, Greg Meredith, Johnny Clements, Sammie Meredith & Timmy Egger, sisters‑in‑law Delores Meredith, Nancy Meredith & Linda McCarty, Nephew’s Jasper King, Trey Shader & Michael Paul Meredith. Maternal grandparents Gerald Ingle & Allan and Edna Marshall. Paternal grandparents Elmer & Maggie Hyden.

Visitation will be held 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 7, 2026 with a Celebration of Life to follow 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Family Worship Center, 2425 Farm to Market Rd 1704, Elgin, TX 78621.