Bob Hider Obituary

My name is Bruce Farwell, and I was a member of the Bitter End Singers after Bob and Norrie O'Neill left to form a duet. I heard from many people what a great voice Bob had and how good a bass player he was. I regret that I did not get to know Bob better. The Bitter End Singers were very fortunate to have been requested to be a part of a Salute to Congress two years in a row, 1964 and 1965. Bob and Norrie were in the group for the first Salute, and I and Bob's replacement, Kenny Hodges, were with the Bitter End Singers for the second Salute. Bob was a terrific performer and a good friend to all who knew him. Apparently, he wound up doing very well in several fields during his life.

Bob was in The Bitter End Singers with me and we performed at The White House in 1964 for the Salute To Congress. He was an accomplished stand up bass player and had a gorgeous voice. I was listening to the chorus at Bob Dole's memorial service and heard a voice in the choir that reminded me of Bob Hider's wonderful baritone voice. We had much in common, including birding. We talked a few years ago and he shared his beautiful photos. It seems Bob had a good life with his family, music and nature. He will be missed. I'm sharing a photo of our first album cover and a photo on of all of us on The White House lawn. Wonderful memories.

My deepest condolences to Bob's family.

All of Seabrook Island will miss Bob ... his friendship, his huge personality, and his many contributions to our island community.

Bob will be greatly missed by those of us in the Seabrook Island Photography Club. For many years he has contributed to the island´s inventory of amazing photo images and shared that work through photography show displays, classes he taught, critiques he shared and the individual coaching he graciously provided.

Most of us thought of him as the best amongst many very talented people. That was particularly true in his work with landscapes and wildlife shots he took here on Seabrook and in his travels elsewhere. Perfect focus, color and lighting along with amazing composition made his work stand out above all of the others. If you wanted a really good photo to use is some show, display, or publication, Bob was your man.

Our best wishes go to Marcia and the rest of his family. Bob´s large pair of shoes will leave a significant void in the lives of many people here. God rest talented sole.

The Seabrook Island Photography Club

I´ll always remember the good humor Bob brought to the exhibition tennis matches held at our Club. He acted as umpire and clown. He made the matches entertaining, and seemed to enjoy that role immensely. And of course his beautiful photography! Bob was the first person I ever saw using a big camera mounted on the window of his car. His sunrise and sunset photos were particularly amazing. The whole Seabrook community will miss Bob´s contributions and his larger than life presence! Marcia, you are in our thoughts!
Carl and Simone Voelker

Just love your tribute to your dear Bob. He was one of my favorite people. Outgoing funny sincere and loving all rolled into a huge Teddy Bear. I still have the two pictures he graciously printed and framed for me and think of home every time I pass them. If there is anything I can do for you you know I´d be happy to. Big hugs dear Marcia

There is not much we can add to what has been said. We will miss his talent and humor.Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope.