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Betty Gyles Obituary
Aiken - Age 75, transcended into eternity on Sunday, January 17, 2021. Ms. Gyles and her twin brother, Robert, were born August 15, 1945 to the late Charlie Vaughns and Nossie Bell Dillard. She was formally educated in the Aiken County public schools, where she was graduated from Martha Schofield High School in 1964. Upon her graduation, she completed various courses in early childhood education and additional studies in cosmetology at Augusta Technical College.
In 1981, she began a successful career with the City of Aiken Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism at the Smith-Hazel Recreational Center. During her tenure with the City of Aiken, she became a member of the department's management team and became heavily engaged with the youth and senior citizens of the Aiken community. Ms. Gyles quickly became known as a well-respected community leader and activist. Her love for Aiken was reflected in her many works and accomplishments as a public servant. She was honored by numerous organizations locally and statewide. Ms. Gyles was a life-long member of Friendship Baptist Church of Aiken, Ethnic Minority Branch of the South Carolina Recreation and Parks Association, Aiken Black Historical Committee, Aiken Black History Parade Committee and the Martha Schofield High School Alumni Association.
Survivors include her twin brother, Dr. Robert Gyles, Manhattan, NY; one sister, Barbara Jean Dillard, Aiken and a devoted niece, Donna (Willis) Bell, Greenville, SC and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
A visitation for Ms. Gyles will be held from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Friday, January 22nd at Smith-Hazel Recreation Center, 400 Kershaw St., NE in Aiken. A Celebration of Life service will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 23rd at Jessamine Memorial Gardens, 625 Allison St., NW in Aiken with Rev. T.C. Edwards officiating.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all guests who wish to gain entry to the visitation or attend the graveside service must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Floral arrangements can be delivered on Friday to the Smith-Hazel Recreational Center.
Friends may call her sister, Barbara Jean Dillard at (803) 443-9992 or the funeral home.
MILLER'S FUNERAL HOME,
136 Kershaw St., SE, Aiken
(803) 649-2055
www.millersfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
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Jacqueline Rose
January 13, 2024
On this anniversary of her passing we remember Betty with love and fond memories. She is truly missed.
Terri T. Abney-Davis
January 24, 2021
God’s Grace and Mercy from your New York Family.... We loved you but God loved you more. Rest in Power beautiful Betty
Joyce Miller Williams
January 24, 2021
Rest In Peace Betty.......you ran a Good Race!! Thanks for all you did for the Community of Aiken!
Willie Williams
January 23, 2021
rest in peace
Margaret Bing-Wade and Minnie Meyer Bing
January 23, 2021
Heartfelt condolences to the family of Betty Gyles, especially personal friends, Bob, Ty, and Mary. Prayers lifted for peace, comfort, and the fondest of memories. With love.
Gladys Sweeney Norman
January 23, 2021
Betty was a hard working and cheerful young lady. She always met you with a smile. She will truly be miss. my prayers are with the family.
Mary Franklin
January 23, 2021
Dear Bob, Barbara Jean, and Family Members, my heart is broken over the untimely passing of cousin Betty. She will always be remembered for her warm down home greeting, and her deep love for family. She will live on in our hearts forever.
Love,
Mary and family
Debra Grier
January 22, 2021
Wow! We were deeply saddened to hear of Betty's passing. Betty was the "go-to" person for "what's happening" in the community. She was a guide on "how to" do most anything helping people or putting on events. She was sweet and loved people. One could beat her spirit of helps. I can not remember a time when I talked with her that she did not have an answer on how to help your situation. She will definitely be strongly missed.
Lionel and Debra Grier
Frances Corley / Namon Corley & Family (neighbor)
January 22, 2021
Condolences to the Gyles and Dillard Family. We were saddened to hear of Betty's passing. Betty was a great backdoor neighbor and friend to all of us. I will definitely miss her sitting on the porch, throwing her hand up to wave hello and goodbye. She will truly be missed by all that knew her. May your memories of her ring in celebration of the life she lived.
Delores Byrd
January 21, 2021
Oh the memories are so special. Bless you for all you've done for so many. Rest in peace my friend. My sincerest condolences to the family.
Frances S. Adams
January 21, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Betty's family. I will always remember our high school days at Schofield. My mother and mother-in-law appreciated Betty's kindness when they were at Smith Hazel, and they loved her.
Sandra Leysath & Family
January 21, 2021
Betty will be truly missed. But her accomplishments to our community will live on. To her family you have our heartfelt sympathy
Alfreda Robinson
January 21, 2021
Condolences to the family
Jacqueline Finch Rose
January 21, 2021
To the Family: You have my deepest sympathy in the passing of dear Betty. She was a good friend and a rock in the Aiken community. She will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by so many. May the peace of God comfort you in the days to come. Jacqueline F. Rose, Martha Schofield Class of '64.
Michael Vaughn
January 21, 2021
An Expression of Sympathy: "This is a time for gathering all the best of a good life and holding it in the forever." With deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow. Michael Atchison Vaughn & the Vaughn's Family.
Ethel Ford
January 21, 2021
Ms Betty kept our Martha Schofield High Class of 1964 together. She will be greatly missed.
STANLEY & AMELIA CORLEY-HILL
January 21, 2021
OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF MS.BETTY...A DEDICATED SERVANT OF GOD AND THE CITY OF AIKEN...MS BETTY WILL TRULY BE MISSED BUT REMEMBER ALWAYS BY MANY WITH LOVE AS SHE US ALL...TAKE YOUR REST THY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT
Cressie Tillman
January 20, 2021
Betty will always hold a special place in my heart because of the love she had for my mother and my aunt. She not only loved them, but she loved everyone who knew her. She will remain in my heart always.
Debora Gilliam
January 19, 2021
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. Ms. Betty was a loving and caring person. If she could help you she did. She is loved by so many people. I pray to God to give this family & her close friends the strength to get through this.
Lucinda Kenner and Family
January 19, 2021
Our prayers to Bobby , Barbara and all the family. Hers was a life well lived in service of others.
Robin
January 19, 2021
Rest in Heaven Mrs. Betty.... You are truly going to be missed.. The most loved woman in Aiken...
Sue J. Ellis
January 19, 2021
I dear and life-long friend. Will miss her.
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