Born in Peabody, MA, he was a son of the late Maurice L. and Grace Hayward Tyler, and was a stepson to the late Beulah Inman Tyler. He was retired from the retail vending business.
Surviving are three sons, Maurice A. Tyler of Ware Shoals, Charles Tyler (Lynn) of Pamplico, and Robert Tyler (Kelley) of Canton, NC, a daughter, Lori Tyler of Boone, NC, and four grandchildren, Justin Tyler (Angelica), Jordan Tyler (Caley), Camille Tyler, and Nate Tyler.
A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.ParkerWhitePruitt.com