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James Fay Lyles
1925 - 2025
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1925
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2025
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James Lyles Obituary
May 30, 1925 - October 19, 2025
James Fay Lyles, 100, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.D. and Estelle; brother, Carl; and beloved sisters, Betty, Mildred, Judy; and his cherished and precious wife, Marguerite Virginia Benton Lyles. He is survived by his two sons, Tom and his wife, Cindy of Powhatan, VA, and David and his wife, Carolyn of Powhatan; grandsons, Jason (Lisa), Brian (Katie), Mike, and Matt; and great-grandchildren, Joshua, Virginia, Ellie, Daisy, Jack, Ben, and Colton.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m., and 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel. Funeral Services will be held at Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, 1771 Parham Road 23229 on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 10 a.m. Interment will be held at 3 p.m. at Holly Lawn Cemetery, 1525 N. Main St, Suffolk, VA.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association online at alz.org or by mail to 320 Nevada St. Suite 201, Newton, MA 02460. Condolences may be left at Woody Funeral Home - Parham. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/richmond-va/james-lyles-12564027
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