Taylor Funeral Home, Inc | Phenix City, AL

Obituary For James Lyles, Jr.

Mr. James Lyles, Jr., 82, of Phenix City, AL passed Friday, October 1, 2021 in Columbus, GA.

Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 8, 2021 at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell AL. Visitation is Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 2-5 p.m. EST.

Mr. Lyles was born July 9, 1939 in Brickyard, AL to the late James Lyles, Sr. and the late Louise Chambers Lyles. At the age of 17, "Junior Boy" enlisted in the United States Army. He served honorably 25 years and attained the rank of Sergeant First Class. As part of his service, James completed three separate yearlong combat tours to the Republic of Vietnam with the 1st Signal Brigade and 1st Calvary Division; conducted multiple overseas military tours and qualified as an expert, M16 Rifle and Sharpshooter, M14 Rifle.

The strong and silent type, James was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was an avid fisherman, recreational shooter, Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers fan and connoisseur of western movies.

His survivors include his loving and dedicated wife of 52 years, Chong Cha Lyles of Phenix City, AL; three sons, Yong Lyles of Smiths, AL, Martin (ShaRhonda) Lyles of Fortson, GA and John (Nichole) Lyles of Fredericksburg, VA; seven grandchildren, Themi, Young, Hunter, Collin, Nicholas, Fisher and Abigail Lyles; sister, Dorothy (Willard) White of Dallas, TX; a dedicated nephew, Herman Hunter of Nashville, TN and a host of other relatives and friends.

Guest Book

Martin, you and your family have our deepest condolences my brother. Hold on to Jesus' promise "all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life..." - John 5:28,29 Love Jonathan and Koatney Shallowhorne

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With .Deepest Sympathy to the Family..Those we love don't go away.They walk beside us every day,unseen,unheard,but always near.Still loved,Still missed,and Very dear..Rest In Peace my cousin..Gloria King & Family.

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And yet another limb falls from our family tree...though she stands firmly and deeply rooted, tall and strong. My family and I offer our deepest love and condolences for you all during this time of grief. Cassandra Lyles-Elias

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My family is deeply sorry for your lost and will always Love and cherish my Uncle. Herman Hunter (Coop)

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Words cannot describe the sympathy for and appreciation of the family. God Bless you all! From Earl Moore and my family to yours.6B5BA

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With our deepest sympathy and love from our family to yours, Jay,Tia, Precious and Janay Hogan.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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