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HERBERT TYSON Obituary
Herbert L. Tyson December 26, 1930 - December 4, 2019
A native Arkansan, he graduated from Philander Smith College served in the Army during the Korean War. He continued his education, graduating from the University of Arkansas with an MA and a Juris Doctor degree.Herbert married Joyce Anita Byrd in 1956. During the Johnson Administration, Herbert was recruited from the Urban League to work for the federal government several "Great Society" programs and was transferred to Washington, DC. After five years with the Peace Corps, Herbert joined the Foreign Service at the US Department of State. His overseas postings included tours in Nigeria, Mali and Greece.In retirement, Herbert and Joyce continued to live in Potomac, Maryland. He was an active member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; and his four children, Reg, Herb (Laura), Lajuana (Donald) and Damon (Stacey); and grandchildren.Memorial service will be held at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 608 N. Horners Lane, Rockville, MD on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 11 a.m.
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Dr Suzanna W Cody
March 8, 2021
Just learned from Dale Gilles about the passing of our dear Herb. He was a wonderful teacher, leader and friend. I know his spirit of loving - kindness, laughter, and intelligence will live on to light the way for many other pilgrims in Africa. We knew him in Liberia and Kenya. God Bless you and your family Joyce. Suzanna Cody and son Chris Polatin (now over 50)
Shaun Donnelly
February 4, 2020
My late wife Susan and I had the pleasure of serving with Herb and Joyce in the U.S. Embassy in Bamako, Mali in the mid-'80s. Herb was a great colleague, an excellent Foreign Service Officer, and a really good man. He will be missed. My condolences to Joyce and the family. Shaun Donnelly
February 2, 2020
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Herbert, but grateful for his service to our nation with the Peace Corps.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
Lisa Basham
February 1, 2020
Sending love to the wonderful Tyson/Hilton family. -Lisa, David, and Alex.
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