In Memory Of
James A. Tyler
1946
2017
James A. Tyler
April 13, 1946 — June 30, 2017
James A. Tyler, "Lay", Sr., 71, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on June 30, 2017.
James was born on April 13, 1946 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Elzie Tyler, Sr. and Georgia Mae Tyler. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Elzie Tyler, Jr., Richard Tyler, Maurice Tyler; one sister, Edna Tyler; and his daughter, Jamesetta "Lindy" Scott.
James had a love for music, he sang and played the drums. He was a member of the Admirals Club, he played in various blues clubs around Louisville for many years. Most importantly, James enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his two sons, Dwight Tyler (Marilyn) and James Tyler, Jr. (April); grandchildren, Dakota, Chloe, Mia, Ahman, Lamont and Tiffany; great-grandchildren, Day-Ron, Jordan and Laque; siblings, Joy White (James Watson), Sheila Baltimore (Fred), Edward Tyler and Marion Wilson and a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home, East Louisville Chapel (235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, KY 40243), with a Celebration of James's life to follow at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
In loving memory of James, memorial donations may be made to Academy of Music Production Education and Development at The Flaget Center (4425 Greenwood Ave, Louisville, KY 40211)
To leave a special message for the family, please select the "Share Memories" tab above.
James was born on April 13, 1946 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Elzie Tyler, Sr. and Georgia Mae Tyler. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Elzie Tyler, Jr., Richard Tyler, Maurice Tyler; one sister, Edna Tyler; and his daughter, Jamesetta "Lindy" Scott.
James had a love for music, he sang and played the drums. He was a member of the Admirals Club, he played in various blues clubs around Louisville for many years. Most importantly, James enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his two sons, Dwight Tyler (Marilyn) and James Tyler, Jr. (April); grandchildren, Dakota, Chloe, Mia, Ahman, Lamont and Tiffany; great-grandchildren, Day-Ron, Jordan and Laque; siblings, Joy White (James Watson), Sheila Baltimore (Fred), Edward Tyler and Marion Wilson and a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home, East Louisville Chapel (235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, KY 40243), with a Celebration of James's life to follow at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
In loving memory of James, memorial donations may be made to Academy of Music Production Education and Development at The Flaget Center (4425 Greenwood Ave, Louisville, KY 40211)
To leave a special message for the family, please select the "Share Memories" tab above.
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Visitation
Wednesday, July 5, 2017
1:00 - 4:00 pm (Eastern time)
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Memorial Service
Wednesday, July 5, 2017
Starts at 4:00 pm (Eastern time)
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