Retired Lt. Leon A. Tyner, Jr., age 72, passed away Friday, April 08, 2016, at his home. He was born in Robeson County on August 4, 1943 to the late Leon Adolphus Tyner, Sr. and the late Grace Parnell Askew.

He will be remembered for his many years of service to his country and to the community. He was a Bronze Star Recipient, serving in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military career, he went on to serve the City of Lumberton as a policeman.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Hodge Tyner of the home; 1 son, William Troy Britt and wife Karen of Lumberton; 1 daughter, Cheryl Tyner of the home; 1 brother, Nickolas "Tony" Tyner of Salado, TX; 4 sisters: Phyllis McIntyre of Carolina Shores, Elizabeth Moore of Bradenton, FL, Nancy Thompson of Bradenton, FL, and Frances Miller of Valrico, FL; and 3 grandchildren: Troy Dalton Britt, William Dillon Britt, & Mason Alexander Tyner.

A time of visitation will take place on Sunday, April 10, 2016, from 7:00-9:00 Pm at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016, at 3:00 PM at Floyd Memorial Chapel with Rev. John Michael Parnell officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Faith Cemetery.