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Andrew James Hyde, 49

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Andrew James (Drew) Hyde, 49, died on March 19, 2022, while backcountry skiing outside of Steamboat Springs, Colo., where he lived since graduating from Denison University in 1995. 

Drew was born  Aug. 19, 1972. His motto was "live close to your dreams," and he made the most of his time living in the West. He was an avid backpacker, mountain biker, river rafter and backcountry skier. His love of the outdoors was fostered by his early life in Williamstown, annual canoeing adventures planned by his father, and his time at the Holderness School, in New Hampshire. 

He is grieved by his partner Julie Grady and her daughters, his parents, Thomas and Susan Hyde, of Williamstown, his brothers Peter and Matthew Hyde and their families and by a wide circle of friends and fellow travelers across Colorado

Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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Dear Tom and Susan, We are so very sorry for your loss. May memories be a source of comfort and peace in the days ahead.

Barbara Kourajian and Bud and Andrea Fisher
from: Barbara Kourajianon: 03-31-2022
We send to you much Aloha and our deepest condolences.
from: Alan Georgeon: 03-30-2022
Dr. Hyde so sorry to hear about your son passing away. I send out my condolences to the whole family. I will put him on our prayer list at church. Also will keep him and the family in prayer.
from: wendy levesqueon: 03-29-2022
Dear Susan and Tom, I am so incredibly sorry to hear this devastating news about Drew. He obviously touched so many people in his community - it is a beautiful legacy. You and your family are in our prayers. Sending love,
Kelly, Chris and Will DeGregorio
from: Kelly Madden DeGregorioon: 03-27-2022
I’m so very sorry Dr Hyde for you’re loss my prayers are with you and Susan at this time ♥️
from: Laura crosby on: 03-25-2022
My deepest sympathy
from: Sharon DeMyer Nemseron: 03-25-2022
Dear Dr. & Mrs. Hyde, Peter, and Matt, I was so saddened and completely shocked to hear about Drew and can't imagine any words can help lessen the loss. I'm so very sorry. I remember Drew as exuberant, confident, talented, and always with a huge, friendly smile. When I heard the news, the image of him smiling and waving as we said hello in passing on the quad a Denison came immediately to mind. His presence was large and he will be missed by many. May you find strength and peaceful moments through this really difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy,
Amy
from: Amy (Hodgkins) Fergusonon: 03-24-2022
I’m so very sorry for your loss! My son is very much the same, loves hiking and being out in the woods. May God bless you and yours during this difficult time.
from: Tina DiSanti on: 03-24-2022
So very sorry for your tragic loss. May your hearts be comforted by your wonderful memories ~

Nancy and Frank Rickus
from: Nancy Rickuson: 03-24-2022
Dr Hyde and family, Steve and I were saddened to hear about this tragedy. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

The Narey Family
from: Donna Nareyon: 03-24-2022
Tim and I were so sorry to hear about Drew’s passing. May your memories of happy times bring you smiles in the coming days. Our deepest condolences are sent to you.
from: Maureen Mooreon: 03-23-2022
Dear Susan, Tom and family,
May you be surrounded by your loved ones during this very difficult and unexpected tragedy. I hope you find some comfort in hearing the stories of his amazing passions and adventure for life.

Many thoughts and hugs coming your way,
Emily and Patrick Brannan
from: Emily Brannanon: 03-23-2022
Hold on to your memories and let then guide you doing this time of sadness Ron and Elaine Stant
from: The Hyde Familyon: 03-23-2022
My deepest condolences to the Hyde family
from: Kim Shandon: 03-23-2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. So very sorry.
from: Carol Filiaulton: 03-23-2022
My heart breaks for The Hyde family on the loss of your son and brother.My deepest condolences.
from: Cindy (Pecor) Schneider on: 03-22-2022
Deepest sympathies and condolences during this time
from: Terraon: 03-22-2022
I am very sorry for your loss.
from: Jennie Pierceon: 03-22-2022
To Tom, Susan, Peter, & Matt; I am deeply devastated to learn about Andrew. He was a very special person with an amazing smile. I remember his positive, and happy demeanor so well. I hope you can find some comfort and peace with special memories of him.
Susan Kirby
from: Sue Kirbyon: 03-22-2022
So sad to hear this news today. I haven’t seen Drew in many a year, not since I left Colorado in the late ‘90s, but memories I have of him from college came flooding back after I heard the news as if I saw him yesterday. He was a great dude with a 10,000-megawatt smile. As a matter of fact, I don't have many memories of him not smiling. That’s what I’ll always remember. My deepest heartfelt condolences to all that held him dear. Sincerely, Winston Rigsby, Denison'94
from: Winston Rigsbyon: 03-21-2022
Dear Susan and Tom,
We are so sorry to hear about Drew. May the memories of his joy of life bring you healing over time.
Fern and Tom
from: Fern and Tom Murtaghon: 03-21-2022
Dear Susan and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
from: Julieann Haskinson: 03-21-2022
I am heartbroken to hear about Drew. I pray your memories and love will help you at this time. ❤️
from: MaryJane Maloneon: 03-21-2022
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