Verdis Tyler Obituary
In loving memory of Verdis Tyler (Joliet, Illinois), who departed this world on December 12, 2025 at the age of 69. Verdis leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Robert McClinton; his stepparents, Lillian McClinton and Willie Campbell; his son Antiwan Tyler; his brothers, Robert McClinton Jr. and Mitchell Johnson; his brother-in-law Tony Woods; his niece Syreeta Campbell; and his nephew Roger "Gene" King.
He is survived by: his mother Teattie Campbell (late Willie); his wife Joanne Tyler; his sons, Verdis "Shawn" Tyler of Greenville, MS, Junair Tyler of Greenville, MS, Cordarrius Tyler of Greenville, MS and Anthony Tyler (Nancy) of Shreveport, LA; his siblings, Willie Lee Campbell (Antionette) of Aurora, IL, Barbara King, Kimalene Woods (late Tony) of Joliet, IL, Lillian Johnson of Park Forest, IL, Ann McClinton of Savannah, GA, Willie B. Johnson of Madison, WI and Virga Johnson (Lawyer) of Shaw, MS; his aunt Ethel Bailey; and his close friends, Dexter "Big Ride" Haynes, Chris Moffett, Donald Dorris and Benny Williams. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and countless nieces, nephews, and, along with many extended family members and friends.
