James Hoge Tyler III

1910–1988 (age 78)

Biography

James Hoge Tyler III, born into a Virginia family with deep roots, carried forward a legacy of civic responsibility while quietly shaping the life of his community. He approached every season with a steady hand and a reverence for the history around Elmwood Cemetery.

Devoted husband, father, and friend, Tyler III kept the bonds of family close and welcomed neighbors with gracious hospitality, ensuring that the stories of his lineage remained alive through his gentle stewardship.

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