Eva Mae Lyles Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Eva Mae Lyles

Eva Lyles, 74, passed on Sunday, December 22, 2024 in Phenix City, AL.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Bethel AME Church with Rev. Melissa Smith, pastor officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. Public viewing is 2:00 p.m-5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, December 27, 2024.

Eva Mae Jones Lyles was born on December 7, 1950, in Tuskegee, Alabama to the late Samuel L. Jones, Sr. and Daisy L. Brundidge-Jones. She was a 1969 High School graduate from South Girard High School.

On December 22, 2024, she ended her earthly journey to be with her Heavenly Father in her eternal home. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend.

Eva confessed Christ at an early age and joined the Howard Chapel AME Church, Hatchechubbee, Alabama under the leadership of the late Reverend E.D. Phillips. She later joined Bethel AME Church HWY 165, Phenix City, AL under the leadership of Reverend James Ezekiel. She retired from Family Dollar Store in 2018 after 16 years of dedicated service.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie B. Lyles, Sr., father, Samuel L. Jones, Sr., mother, Daisy L. Brundidge-Jones, brother, Samuel L. Jones, Jr. and granddaughter, Kiyana Lemons.

Eva Mae Jones Lyles left behind two loving sons, Reginald B. (Chevette) Lyles, Andre D. (Kathy) Lyles; three stepsons, Eddie B. (Kathleen) Lyles, Dennis T. (Angela) Lyles and Roderick T. (Tracy) Lyles; fourteen grandchildren, Terica, Jasmine, Quintez, Terrance, Breana, Jeffery, Dentrell, Andreaz, Anaija, Reginald, Andre, Asia, Mya and Aysen; One Sister, Dorothy J. Haynes; brother in law, Rev. Willie (Rachel) Lyles, Douglas (Rev. Eunice) Lyles; sister in law, Estella Jackson, Eula Sumbry, Pamela Jones, and Janis Bowman; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Linda A Pridgett sent Traditional Floor Basket for Eva Mae Lyles - December 27, 2024

My deepest condolences goes out to Our entire family with sympathy and Love in the home going celebration of my dear cousin Tootsie. R.I.H. Tootsie

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Peace & Serenity Dishgarden was sent for Eva Mae Lyles - December 24, 2024

My heart goes out to you and your family. I hope you guys find comfort in Jehovah. Revelation 21:3,4 reminds us of how death will be no more nor suffering and pain. Please visit our website at JW.org

My deepest condolences. Marsha Preer

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With much love and respect, we send our prayers to Dorothy Jean and the Lyles families during this most difficult time. Growing up in the same community and church home will always be valued among our family as cousins and friends. We will cherish the times we shared together as well as the support "Tootsie" gave us during the genesis of our musical career. May the peace of God be with you all at this service of transformation and celebration. Gospel Recording Artist, The "Original" Caldwell Gospel Singers: Lillie, John, Menzie and Joseph.

Sincere Condolences To The Family
Debra Allen

My deepest condolences goes out to Our entire family with sympathy and Love 💕 in the home going celebration of my dear cousin Tootsie . R.I.H. Tootsie🙏🙏🙏💕💕😘😘.

To the Jones/Lyles families, this note comes to send my sincere condolence and prayers to each of you. Eva, ("Tootsie") was not only a cousin but a friend and supporter. I thank God for the legacy she left with us and the loving but no none sense demeanor she had. She was not only faithful in her relationship with God but with her family, friends and especially her work ethics. She was loved and respected by all who knew her. "My cousin was a jewel that shined beyond the scope of mere eyes. Please value the time and experiences you had with her and remember, "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." Until tomorrow cousin, Pastor J.A. Caldwell, Birmingham, AL.

Dorothy, my sincerest condolences on the passing of your sister. I'm praying for peace for you and your family. God's got you!
Gladys Williams-Tillmon

To the Jones & Lyle's Family. Thinking of you in prayer with heartfelt condolences in the passing of your beloved sister Eva Jones Lyles. May God give you peace and strengthen your soul, mind and body as you journey past silent pain. Our hearts are with you. 2 Cornthians 5:8 gives us hope and faith for the future Central High School Class of 1972.

My sincere sympathy go out to the family rest well Cuz.
Arthur Brundidge - Dallas, Texas

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