Raymond M. Tyler, "Ray", 69, born June 19, 1947, passed away on October 6, 2016 at his home. He was predeceased by his wife, Nita Whitcomb and his mother, Mary E. Dennard. Ray is survived by his son, Matt Tyler, father, Clarence L. Tyler Jr., brothers; Tommy Tyler (Pamela), Robby Tyler (Pam), sister, Rita VanAlstyne (Ronnie), grandchildren; Matthew Tyler and Logan Tyler, extended family Carie and Abigail Whitcomb, as well as many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be for friends and family on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM followed by a memorial service beginning at 12:00 PM. HARDAGE-GIDDENS TOWN & COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME, 7242 Normandy Blvd. is serving the Tyler family.