David R. Lyles, 77 of Spring City died on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at his residence.

Born on September 7, 1943 and raised in McMinn County , David was the son of the late Elmer and Beatrice Manry Lyles.  He was a graduate of McMinn County High School .  David also attended seminary and was pastor of several local churches before becoming a police officer with the Athens City Police Department .  He served as a police officer for 25 years before retiring in 2005. H e enjoyed woodworking , being outside and working on his Nissan 300 Z David was a member of the Wolf Creek Baptist Church in Spring City.

He was preceded in death by his wife LaPriel Holloway Lyles and daughter-in-law Lisa Lyles.

Survivors include his children Penny (Scott) Crowe and Scott Lyles both of Athens and Pam Landress, Swansboro, North Carolina, stepchildren Jeff (Jan) Reed, Evensville, Carmen (Steve) Price, Billynthia (Danny) Hill and Laura (M att) Murphy all of Spring City, sister Margie Womak of Nashville, several grandchildren and several great grandchildren, special friend Pete Alexander and his best buddy – "Boy" .

A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 8, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the Wolf Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Jake Bull officiating.  There will be a gathering of friends Monday from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the church.

Vaughn Funeral Home, Spring City is in charge of arrangements.  Please visit our website at www.vaughn-funeral-home.com to share memories and condolences with the family of David R. Lyles.