Randall Kent Hoyt, lovingly known as “Uncle Pratt,” passed away on March 25, 2026, in Cedar City, Utah, at the age of 75. He was born on February 13, 1951, in Cedar City to Kent and Martha (Lambert) Hoyt, where he spent his life deeply rooted in family and community at the place he loved most.
Randy graduated from Cedar High School, Class of 1969, and proudly carried his Redman pride throughout his life. He continued his education at Southern Utah State College (SUU) and later at the University of Utah, earning a Master of Social Services. Randy honorably served his country in the Utah National Guard, Unit 213th, from 1970 to 1976.
On March 13, 1982, Randy married the love of his life, Cynthia Bess Hoyt, in the St. George Utah Temple. Together they built a life centered on love, service, and family. They were blessed with two sons, Jacob and Mathew. Cindy passed away on July 25, 1996, and not a day went by that Randy didn’t miss her deeply. Their reunion is surely one of joy and peace.
Randy had a passion for athletics from a young age, excelling in football in both high school and college. However, his true passion was boxing. Known throughout the community for his skill and dedication, Randy not only competed and won the Western States Golden Gloves, but he also mentored countless individuals. He spent years teaching boxing in the basement of the Elks Lodge alongside his father, Kent, impacting many lives.
Randy worked for the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah for 22 years, retiring in 2007. He genuinely cared for those he served and worked with. Alongside Cindy, he also ran the ABLE program for several years, supporting children with special needs and fostering youth in need of a stable and loving home. Randy’s heart of gold and selflessness were evident in everything he did. He always put others first, especially Cindy, whom he devoted himself to caring for during her illness.
Randy and Cindy shared a love for travel, visiting places such as Hawaii, Alaska, and Phoenix, but their most cherished memories were made at Lake Powell. Summers were spent there nearly every weekend on his parents’ houseboat, the Rum Bucket, surrounded by lifelong friends. Randy found true peace on the water, waterskiing, soaking in the sun, and listening to the Beach Boys.
He also loved elk hunting on Cedar Mountain with his son Jake and his dear friend Don Adams. Whether riding his trusted horse Tuff through Deep Creek, Websters Flat, or the ranch at Crystal, or gathering wood in the mountains (often with his father-in-law Keith along for the adventure), Randy truly treasured time spent outdoors with family. Known for doing things his own way, he was also the only man who would take wood to the mountain however, what made it there was questionable as he never believed in having a tailgate on his trucks!
Randy was a constant presence at Cedar Raceway, cheering on Jake and his friends, and he took immense pride in his role as a grandfather. His three granddaughters Addison, Kambri, and Aria were the light of his life, and he rarely went a day without seeing them.
Randy is survived by his son Jacob (Jake), his three beloved granddaughters, his brother Joe Hoyt, his brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents Kent and Martha Hoyt; his wife Cynthia; his son Mathew; sister Aleta; brother Darwin; grandparents; sister-in-law Carolyn Stucki; and in-laws Keith and Margie Bess; plus, many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Dad, I love you so much. Thank you for being the best father and for raising me from such a young age with strength, love, and guidance. I can never thank you enough. This is not goodbye, just see you later.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at The Rock Church, 75 East Center Street, Cedar City, Utah. Viewings will be held on Tuesday, March 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Southern Utah Mortuary, 190 North 300 West, Cedar City, Utah, and Wednesday morning prior to the service, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery, under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.
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