Robert C. Lyles, age 93 of Salem, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023,
in his residence.
Born December 7, 1929 in Salem, Indiana, he was the son of the late
Charles E. and Esther (Thompson) Lyles.
He was retired farmer and co-owner of Day & Lyles Auction Service. He
was a member of the Canton Christian Church, had been a life resident of
Washington County, was a 1949 graduate of Salem High School and a member
of the American Quarter Horse Association.
On December 17, 1950 he married N. Lounell (Spurgeon) Lyles, who passed
away February 12, 2013. On October 23, 2018, he married Margaret
(Fordyce) Lyles, who survives.
Also surviving are: Sister: Roslyn Spurgeon of Salem; Grandchildren:
Josh Hogan, Tara Lewellen, Clayton Hogan and Kati Hogan and Great
Grandchildren: Dylan Hogan, Ella Lewellen, Neva Lewellen, Corbin Hogan,
Natalee Troutman, Dalton Troutman and Elizabeth Troutman.
He was preceded in death by 1 daughter (Sherry Hogan) and 2 sisters.
Funeral Service: 11:00 am Friday September 1, 2023 at Dawalt Funeral
Home, followed by interment in Winslow Cemetery.
Visitation: 4 to 8 pm Thursday August 31, 2023 and 9 am until the time
of the services on Friday.
Memorial Contributions to:
Winslow Cemetery
C/O Lesle Leis
912 North Main Street
Salem, Indiana 47167
