James S. Tyler Obituary

The world bids farewell to James S. Tyler (Canton, Mississippi), departing on December 20, 2025 at the age of 89. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James S. Tyler to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene Pierce and Blanche Corinne Mabry Tyler; his former wife Sarah Yeager Tyler; his son Randy Tyler; and his siblings, Harvey Tyler, Tate Carlisle, William Carlisle and Mary Elizabeth Carlisle McCullough.

He is survived by: his wife Ila Jolly Tyler; his children, James Mitchell Tyler (Benee) and Stacey Penn; his grandchildren, Heather Duplechain (Adam), Troy Tyler (Haley), Hunter Tyler (Rachel), Shelby Tew (Justin), Sydni Hughes (Christian), Eli Tyler and Peyton Penn; and his great grandchildren, Ellie Kate, Luke, Emery, Charlie, Cooper, Cam and Lily James.