James Lyerla
February 17, 1945 - March 23, 2011

Mr. James Preston Lyerla, 66, of Port Charlotte, Florida, formerly of Hillsboro, Illinois, died Wednesday, March 23, 2011 in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Born February 17, 1945 in Hillsboro, Illinois, James, a resident of Port Charlotte since 1980, was a grounds keeper for Port Charlotte Gulf Club. A favorite pastime of James was fishing, which he was enjoying at the time of his passing. He was a veteran of Vietnam, U.S. Marine Corp.

He is survived by his children, son, Luke Preston Lyerla, and daughter, Jamie Welzbacher; grandchildren, Sheridan and Preston Lyerla, and Morgan Welzbacher; father, Harold Preston Lyerla; a sister, Kay Jean Gaedeke; and nieces, Stacey Young and Jill Steinberg.

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Mr. James Preston Lyerla, 66, of Port Charlotte, Florida, formerly of Hillsboro, Illinois, died Wednesday, March 23, 2011 in Punta Gorda, Florida. Born February 17, 1945 in Hillsboro, Illinois, James, a resident of Port Charlotte since 1980, was a grounds keeper for Port Charlotte Gulf Club. A favorite pastime of James was fishing, which he…

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vanda wright left a message on March 26, 2011:
My husband, Jake, was a friend of Jimmy and of course, a friend of mine. I never met a nicer or more friendly person. The world will be a little sadder for losing such a sweet and kind man.
Robert E. Danehy left a message on March 26, 2011:
I want to express my sincere condolences but I am sure that Jimmy is having a good time now. It is my hope that he has teamed up with Jim Kennedy, David Slye and Chuck Morrell for his golf game tomorrow. Sincerely, Bob Danehy
Eric P. Anderson left a message on March 26, 2011:
Jimmy....I played with and worked with you since 1995. I can't begin to express my sympathy for your loved ones. I will miss you very much and your memory will be with me forever. Rest in peace my friend, you fought long and hard.
Lynda M. Lyerla left a message on March 26, 2011:
Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever... We Married on March 23, 1985...no matter what a day brings, I'm so glad we stayed friends...I will Love you forever. Lynda
Roberson Funeral Home left a message:
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