James Aubrey Dyal

FUNERAL HOME

James A. Dyal Funeral Home

303 S. Main Street

Summerville, South Carolina

James Dyal Obituary

James Aubrey Dyal SUMMERVILLE - James Aubrey Dyal, 77, of Summerville, founder and owner of James A. Dyal Funeral Home, Inc., died Saturday, July 6, 2013 at Hospice Center of Charleston in Mt. Pleasant. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 4 o'clock at Dorchester Memory Gardens Mausoleum, 11000 Dorchester Road, Summerville. Following the service a reception will be held at Dorchester Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held Monday from 5 to 9 o'clock at James A. Dyal Funeral Home, 303 S. Main Street, Summerville. Jimmy was born November 29, 1935 in Jasper County, SC, son of the late Marvin Anthony Dyal and Clenner Woods Dyal. He was a 1954 graduate of St. Paul's High School, Yonges Island, and a graduate of Kentucky School of Mortuary Science in Louisville, Kentucky. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He served on the SC State Board of Funeral Service. He was proud to be a member of the SC Funeral Directors Association, Selected Independent and Order of Golden Rule. He was a lifetime member of Chicora Lodge #366. He was also a member of the Omar Shrine, VFW and the American Legion. He was formerly a member of the Summerville Lions Club and Rotary Club. He established Dorchester Memory Gardens, Tri County Cremation Center and Lowcountry Monuments after establishing the funeral home in 1963. Jimmy was Deputy Coroner for Dorchester County from 1965 until 1985 and also had an ambulance service that served the tri county area for a number of years. He married Mary Alice Marvin on July 20, 1957. Surviving are his wife, a daughter; Elizabeth Dyal Locklear, a son; James A. Dyal, Jr. both of Summerville and three grandchildren, a brother; Bernard L. Dyal and his wife, Gloria; a sister; Elizabeth "Lib" Simmons and her husband Horis, all of Summerville. He is also survived by his brother in law Frank M. Marvin of Hollywood and brother in law W. Henry Marvin and his wife Narda of Winston Salem, NC. He was preceded in death in 1983 by his daughter, Lorraine Dyal. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, memorials may be made to Dorchester Memory Gardens Development Fund, PO Box 3040, Summerville, SC 29484. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 S. MAIN STREET, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483 (843) 873-4040. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 6 to Jul. 8, 2013.
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Memories of your Dad remain in my heart. I think of him frequently.

Many Prayers and Much Love to all of you.

Marian Cordray

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July 1, 2022

sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Dyal, he was very kind to our family, 2005 my father John Sexton, 2005 my brother Wayne Sexton,2005 this wife Judy Sexton, 2006 my brother Ron Sexton and July 5th. my dear mom was put to rest there. may every day bring you peace by the grace of god,,,

Paula Martin(sexton)

July 17, 2013

We are so sorry to hear Mr. Dyal had passed he was so kind to us back in 2005 when my dad

















We are so sorry to hear that Mr. Dyal had passed ,He was so kind to our family in 2005 when my dad John Sexton, 2005 my brother Wayne Sexton, 2005 his wife Judy Sexton, 2006 my brother Ron Sexton,And july 5th 2013 we buried my dear mom there,may each day give youy peace by the grace of god...
















John, sexton,2005 My brother wayne sexton, 2005 wayne wife judy sexton,2006 my brother ron sexton passed,the day before Jimmy passed we buried my dear mother there,may each day give you peace with gods grace

Paul,paula,Larry& Vickie sexton

July 17, 2013

Mary Alice, Elizabeth, James & family,
We are so sorry to for the loss of Jimmy.
May God keep His loving arms around you and give you the comfort you need at this time and in the days, months and years ahead.
May your good memories of Jimmy and the love of God sustain you.
Winnie Wood Witt,
Lynne Matheny & family

Winnie Wood Witt

July 14, 2013

Dear Mary Alice, James, Elizabeth & the rest of the family,
James was like part of our family, and loved as such! I will miss his smile & wit, but praise God that he is with the Lord. He was a blessing to all who knew him. May God keep you in the palm of his hand, and give you comfort & peace now, & in the days ahead. Love to all...

Karen Parker

July 12, 2013

I just found out yesterday afternoon that Jimmy had gone to be with the Lord. We are so sorry for your loss. Mary Alice, Elizabeth, and James, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Praise the Lord all his pain is gone and he is left with only joy! May you feel the peace and comfort that only Jesus can give you during this time.

Love in Christ,
Neal, Sandi & Paul Mott
Fil & Ashley Sires
Tim & Debi Nicholson

July 10, 2013

Mary Alice and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jimmy.He will be missed by many of us.
I saw his senior yearbook,and his comment about wanting to be a mortician.He got to do what he wantedn,and was the best at what he did for many years.
I'll keep you in my prayers.
Terry Delk

Terry Delk

July 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Representing the DEW Family (Clark, Ninalee,Dale,Gail)

Gail Dew Lane

July 9, 2013

Mary Alice and Family,
So sorry to hear of Jimmy's death. He was one of a kind and will surly be missed in Summerville. Thanks for all the kindness you both have shown to me and my family over the years. Sorry I was not able to attend services, but will be in touch.

Mazie Brown

July 9, 2013

Mary Alice and Family
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Jimmy will always be fondly remembered.

Ed and Ginnie Carter

July 9, 2013

On behalf of Carl G. Bunch and Family and Vicki L.Davis and family, Deepest regrets and sympathy to your family for your loss. He will be dearly missed.

Vick Davis

July 9, 2013

to the dyal family... so sorry to hear the news...mr jimmy was like (my father) a very special person/friend for life i had a love for that man just like a family member... mr jimmy and i had so many laughs together such good times... may god be with all of you we love you guys.... james take care will talk to you soon... again god bless...mickey,terri,son/sidney and mom murray(marlene)

mickey murray

July 9, 2013

Lib, I am so sorry to read of Jimmy's passing. May your faith give you strength in your time of need. My prayers are with you and your family.

Ellen (Stengel) Godwin

July 9, 2013

To Mary Alice & Elizabeth. I am so sad to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you and your family.

Karen, Joshua & Lorraine Wright

July 9, 2013

My deepest sympathy for Mary Alice and Family in this time of Saddnest. Jimmy will be missed.

Claude Atmar Rogers

July 9, 2013

The staff of Guerin's Pharmacy will miss Mr. Dyal's smiling face. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Guerin's Pharmacy

July 8, 2013

Dear Mary Alice,Elizabth,& James,
So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing,I no we haven't seen much of each the last 30 years since George's passing but will alway remember the help you all gave at that time even though you were going through your on suffering. Please no my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.

Ann Burditt

July 8, 2013

Dear Mary Alice, Elizabeth and Jamie,
You have been in our prayers continuously. We will miss Jimmy so very much. All our Love, Jan Brewton Rose and Family

July 8, 2013

We were saddened to hear of Jimmy's death ...he was a kind , generous man who will be missed by so many! It is always hard for those who love him to let go....but to see him relieved of his illness is comforting and knowing he will be with Lorraine is also!! That was a joyous reunion , we can be sure!! Hugs to all of you!!
God Bless,
Greg and Roseann Poetz

Roseann Poetz

July 8, 2013

We were sadden to hear of Mr.James passing, Our Prayers go out to All of the Dyal Family,

Tom & Anne Mingoia

July 8, 2013

WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.THE BUNCH FAMILY SUMMERVILLE,S.C.

July 8, 2013

Mary Alice, James, Elizabeth, Lib, Bernard & all family members, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Jimmy held a special place in our family beginning in his teen years. Although his passing is a blessing as he is no longer suffering, our hearts are saddened for the loss within your family and our loss as a friend.

Bill Cordray

July 8, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers for your family.

Theresa Pritchard

July 8, 2013

Mary Alice

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you
Janet Byrd and family.

July 8, 2013

May God wrap his loving arms around you and heal your broken hearts while he gives you the peace that passes all understanding.

Gail Ayers Lowry

July 8, 2013

Mary Alice, Elizabeth, James & family;
South Carolina has lost a generous and kind man. God knows what it is like to lose a family member, His only Son, Jesus Christ. May Our Heavenly Father walk with each of you in the coming days and weeks.
Rev. and Mrs. Bill Archer

Bill Archer

July 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jimmy was one of the finest men I have had the privilege of knowing.

Much love to all of you.

Marian Cordray

July 8, 2013

Love and light to you and your family Mary Alice. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Laura Wall

July 8, 2013

Mr. Dyal provided respectful and courteous funeral services for several of our family members. We will always hold him and his family in high regard and hope his family will be blessed with all that they need.

William Jernigan

July 8, 2013

We were so sad to read of Jimmy's passing.We will miss his warm heart and kind compassion he shared at many of our famiels services , going back to 1965.The Dyal family and our entire community has suffered a great loss and Jimmy will live in our hearts always. He was so very blessed having/his loving Mary Alice by his side these many years. Our prayers and Christian love are with you all. In heartfelt sympathy, Harold and Sue George

Sue& Harold George

July 8, 2013

It saddens my heart to hear that Mr. Jimmy has passed. It is like having another staple from my childhood drift out of sight. Mrs. Mary Alice, my family and I will keep your family in prayer.

Sheri Harmon

July 8, 2013

Mary Alice, Elizabeth, James and family, We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy and for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jewel Mims

July 7, 2013

Know my prayers and thoughts are with the family and his staff family.Jimmy fought his fight gracefully to the end , Well Done my FAITHFUL SERVANT.

Debbie Blakely

July 7, 2013

May Jimmy rest in Peace!!!

Melvin Singleton and Family

July 7, 2013

Deepest sympathies I send to the Dyal family .

Joseph Howard

July 7, 2013

joe loved to sit and talk with the dyle family,now they both have joined there Heavenly Father.mr.jimmy and joe with no more pain nor suffering.my prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones.

ruth galloway

July 7, 2013

You and your family are in our prayers. Thank the Lord there is no more pain for Jimmy. May God give you the extra strength you will need in the coming days. Mart and Mackie White

July 7, 2013

To dyal family,my heart is heavy for the lost of your father.. To James jr take care... May god give you comfort!

Leslie (Cooke) hamm

July 7, 2013

Dear Mary Alice and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Love,
Kathleen

Kathleen Appleby

July 7, 2013

Sending my prayers and condolences to you and your family, may the fond memories of his life provide you with inner peace to sustain you during this difficult time.

Barbara Quinley- Cox

July 7, 2013

My heart and prayers are with you all we love you and miss you very much...Robin and Cheyenne Kling

Robin Kling

July 6, 2013

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