Lyle J. Layer - SAVANNAH - Lyle J. Layer died on August 2, 2014, at Savannah Square Nursing Home in Savannah, Georgia after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. He was 84 years old. Lyle Layer was born on April 16th, 1930 at home in Fairgrove Township, Michigan to Rolan and Gladys (Mc Creedy) Layer. Eventually, the family moved to Millington, Michigan. Lyle graduated from Millington High School where he was an outstanding athlete. After graduation, he went on to serve four years in the United State Air Force, flying 52 missions over Korea, as a radio operator in a B29 Bomber. After leaving the Air Force, as a Staff Sergeant, he attended Western Michigan University where he met and married Ellen Marlene Pridgeon. He graduated from Western Michigan University (B.S 1956) and then obtained two advanced degrees from Michigan State University. Lyle had a distinguished career as a teacher and coach in Portland and Oscoda, Michigan, and as an administrator in Oscoda, Kent City, Caro, and Millington, Michigan. When Lyle retired from education, he went to work for the Red Cross. Following a second retirement, Lyle and Ellen moved to Savannah, Georgia. While in Portland in 1959, Lyle coached one of a handful of undefeated and unscored on football teams in Michigan history. He established a reputation for achieving excellence and became a coach and mentor to a generation of Michigan educators. Lyle was a member of the White Bluff Presbyterian Church in Savannah, Georgia. Throughout his life, Lyle was active in his church and in his community, serving in civic and service organizations. Lyle was preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Neil Wilson, his wife, Ellen Marlene Layer, and his sister Marilyn (Layer) Fessler. He is survived by his children, Marianne Layer of Plano, Texas and Brian Layer, Brigadier General, US Army (ret.) and wife Ella of Moline, Illinois, his grandchildren, Jeremy Layer (and Alisha Owens), Maria Layer, and Greg Layer, his great grand-daughter, Marley Elizabeth Layer, and his sister, Betty (Layer) Johnson of Millington, Michigan. Memorial Services will be held at White Bluff Presbyterian Church in Savannah, Georgia on Thursday, August 7, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Hospice Savannah, or the American Red Cross. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com Savannah Morning News August 5, 2014 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannnahnow.com/obituaries.
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Brian, Marianne and Families - Uncle Lyle and Aunt Ellen were the best! I will always remember the times we spent together as families at the lake with Grandma and Grandpa. They will hook up with Uncle Dick and Aunt Marilyn and see we are all doing well with our loses, which will make them be so proud of ALL OF US.
Cousin Julie and daughter Jessica
Julie Fessler
August 16, 2014
Marianne,Brian and families, so sorry to hear of your loss, He was a good man and was well respected ! I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Stacy Jones
August 8, 2014
My prayers for your loss... Your father will always be remembered as a wonderful leader in Kent City. I still remember his smile when he was sharing his pride for his children.
Kimberly Bossenbery (Edgar)
August 7, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. With our deepest condolences...The Hubbard family
August 7, 2014
Brian and Marianne my thoughts and prayers are with you! Your Father was an amazing man and will be missed. Ellen and Lyle are smiling down on both of you!
Brenda Joseph (Watts)
August 7, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your Father. We will keep you and your family in our Prayers during this difficult time. Love and miss you guys.
Lynn and Amanda Locklear
August 7, 2014
Brian, Ella, Maria and Greg - We are deeply saddened by the loss of your dad, Father-in-law and grandfather. He was a gentle giant and will be missed by all that loved and knew him. Our deepest Condolences.
The Kazmierczak Family - Jim Anita Tommy and Alaina
August 7, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. Brian your mom and dad were great leaders at Kent City High School when we were there. Great people. They are in the Lord's hands now. God bless you and your family. - Kim and John Doane and family.
August 6, 2014
Dear Brian and Marianne,
I will be thinking of you tomorrow and especaily your Dad. What a great man. You are both so fortunate to have him as your Father. Love you, Rae
Rae Vogl
August 6, 2014
Brian, Ella and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Lyle was a great man and role model who will be dearly missed.
The Tates
August 6, 2014
Brian and EllA, There are no words at this time. We remember your father fondly. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With huge hugs and love, Brad and Cathy
Cathy Rinehart
August 6, 2014
His laughter
August 5, 2014
Lyle was a wonderful neighbor and friend. My condolences to the family.
Virginia Spitz
August 5, 2014
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