Kyle Patrick Hyland

January 6, 1998 - December 22, 2014

Kyle Hyland, 16, passed away suddenly Monday at his home. He was born in Vallejo but has always called Benicia his home. He was a Junior at Benicia High School and an accomplished musician that played in multiple bands. Most recently he played keyboard, and sang background vocals with his band Noah's Ark. Kyle supported and accompanied his sister Gabi during her concerts, providing background on piano and vocals. He also played guitar and ukulele. Kyle’s other interests included snow skiing, skateboarding, camping, golfing, roller coasters, and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the Key Club, a former soccer player for Benicia Youth Soccer League and was a BYSL referee. One of Kyle’s favorite things to do, other than music, was to just clown around and make people laugh. He had a unique ability to make people feel better when they were sad, troubled or upset. Kyle is survived by his parents George Hyland & Barbara Gervase; sisters Gabriella, Michelle & Dawn; his grandmother Agnes Gervase; his nieces, several aunts and uncles, numerous cousins, his dog Jax & his cat Bella. Kyle was well-loved and had many close friends in the community. Kyle touched the lives of many people and will be sorely missed. Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Saturday 1/3/15 at Northgate Christian Fellowship in Benicia with Pastor Ken Jensen officiating. Burial was private. A Celebration of Life event will be held Sunday, January 25th from 12-3 p.m. at the Benicia Clock Tower. Please visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kylehyland for more details. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to fund a teen support group that will be established by the family in the city of Benicia in memory of Kyle.