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Obituary For Mr. Tyrone Lilly
Tyrone was born on November 26, 1945, in High Point, NC, to the late Willie Bell Huff Lilly and James Lilly. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Fredric Lilly.
In his younger years, you may have recognized him as “Cuda Lilly,” and he was always a snazzy dresser.
Tyrone graduated from William Penn High School and attended Guilford Technical Community College. He built furniture with dedication and retired from Brookline Furniture at age 62.
In his retirement, Tyrone delighted in travel, especially cruising the seas, and he’s always been a lifetime Duke Blue Devils fan. In his youth, Tyrone attended Christ the King Catholic Church in High Point, NC, where he served as an altar boy. In his later years, he joined Word of Life Tabernacle, where he’s been an active, faithful member for over 35 years.
To know Tyrone was to love him. He was fun-loving, jovial, and always had a great story to tell. He loved to laugh, never met a stranger, and made everyone feel welcome. He was a steadfast husband and father, always ready with encouragement. A man of deep faith, he leaned on God through life’s challenges, and his resilient spirit will forever inspire us.
He was a devoted husband, loving father, and joyful grandfather who touched every life. In June 1970, he married the love of his life, Bertha Diggs Lilly. They welcomed their daughter, Tamara Nicole Johnson, on June 8, 1981. Tamara, her husband Steven Tyrone Johnson, and their son Gavin Steven Johnson now reside in Charlotte.
Tyrone is survived by his loving wife, Bertha Diggs Lilly; his daughter, Tamara (Steven) Johnson; his grandson, Gavin Steven Johnson; his sister, Jaunita (Howard) Lilly Tyner; as well as his brother, Wayne (Mary) Lilly all residing in High Point. He also leaves behind other loved relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at Word of Life Tabernacle Church, 1801 Deep River Road. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Bertha and Family, May GOD grant you peace and comfort during this most difficult time through the precious memories you shared with Tyrone. I'm so sorry for your loss! 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Dorothy Collins
Sending my condolences to you and your family.
May sweet memories sustain you. Lorenzo and Elizabeth Smith
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My prayers and condolences to Bertha, the Diggs and Lilly family. Tyrone was a joy to be around and a gentleman at heart. He knew how to laugh and how to make you laugh. His presence will be missed but his memory will forever linger!
Prayers to the Lilly Family! My memory of Tyrone was one of walking the halls of William Penn High School!
VP Class of 1965 Willie Allen
May the peace of God strengthen and keep you during this time of sorrow! Pastor Jerry Alston-Davis
To Bertha, Juanita and Wayne. My sincere condolences on Tyrone's transitioning. I remember the days at William Penn, the track meets and hanging out on Washington Street. We were and still remain family. Praying for your comfort in this time of loss.
Condolences to Sister Bertha, Tamara, the Lilly & Diggs family. One of GOD's good soldiers will be missed but never forgotten. I will always remember how he would light up when he would talk about his grandson. Remember, cry, smile and laugh at all the precious memories. May GOD comfort your hearts, give you joy, and peace.
David & Sharisse Fuller
Our Deepest sympathy to Bertha and the Lilly family. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you.
To Bertha Lilly and family Tyrone was a joy to be around. Please know his assignment on earth is finished. He has fought the good fight, he has finished the race and he remailed faithful. Peace and blessings to you the family.
Hello, Family:
Our Families have been connected down through the years. God Bless you all.
Love and Prayers to each of you!
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
May The God of all comfort and peace wrap his loving arms around you Bertha, Tamara and the entire Lily and Diggs family during one the most difficult times in your lives. Tyrone was a delightful and a dedicated man of God. He will surely be missed by us. Not only by us but by all who knew or even was associated with him. He is now in his new home, not made by hands and in the presence of our awesome Lord and Savior Christ. I can only imagine what it must be like to see Jesus's face. With Love, Rudy and Loretta Hampton
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Our deepest condolences to Bert, The Lilly and Diggs family. Brother Tyrone will truly be missed. He was a Great Man of God! It was such a pleasure every time we were able to talk with him whether at church or outside of church. We are praying for you all during this time. May God give you strength to endure and may you cherish the memories of your loved one! Rodney and Janice Baldwin
RIP Tyrone praying for the Family love always Desiree Boulware
Sorry for your loss
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Condolences to you and your family Tamara and Mrs Lilly,may our God bestow nothing but peace during this time.
My deepest condolences and sympathy to Bert, Lilly, and Diggs family. May God give you comfort, strength and peace during a time such as this.Keeping continued prayers for all of you.
Sorry for your loss and keeping family in pray 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Praying for the Lilly, Diggs, and Word of Life family. Tyrone will be missed. Thelma, Donna, and Paula Thomas. (Members of Word of Life Tabernacle).
Praying for the Lily, Diggs, and Word of Life family. Tyrone will be missed. Thelma, Donna, and Paula Thomas. (Members of Word of Life Tabernacle).
To the Lilly family I send my deepest heartfelt condolences 🙏. Bro. Tyrone you will by be greatly missed, I will miss you joining me on my adventures, along with Bert. We had some hilarious moments. May God give you all the strength to endure the coming days. God Bless Ms. Betty
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