Ernest Lyles Jr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Ernest Lyles Jr. (Whitmire, South Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 10, 2026 at the age of 61. Ernest touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Ernest shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Ernest farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elizabeth Swindler and Ernest Lyles Sr.; and his wife Gloria Lyles. He is survived by: his son Christopher Epps (Tatiana) of Corona, CA; his grandchildren, Elijah Epps of Corona, CA, Aaliyah Epps of Corona, CA and Ariana Epps of Corona, CA; and his siblings, Carl Jones (Kathrin) of Laurens, SC, Thomas Jones (Lajoyce) of Detroit, MI, Ernistine Vanlue of Whitmire, SC, Alfreda Price (Willie) of Newberry, SC and Mamie Hatley (Fred) of Illinois.
