Tyler – Larry Charles "The Goat" Tyler, Jr., age 56, of Callahan, Florida passed away on February 24, 2023, at his residence.  He was born in Pavo, Georgia on June 26, 1966, to the late Larry Tyler, Sr. and Betty Ann Johnson Tyler.  Larry has been a resident of Callahan for the past 19 years.  He was raised in Georgia and earned his undergraduate degree from Savannah State University and later his master's degree from Websters University.  He proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps where he met his beautiful wife, Talisia Brown.  They were happily married on July 17, 1999, and have enjoyed 23 years of amazing, blessed marriage.   Larry was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather who loved his family dearly.  After his time in the military, he served in the Army National Guard on Reserves and started a successful career as an Electrician.  He had an entrepreneurial spirit and enjoyed many years being self-employed.  Larry was known for being a Trekkie who had a huge love for Star Trek.  He was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide and San Francisco 49's fan, loved comedy and enjoyed bringing laughter and smiles through his gift of being a comedian.  Larry liked the television show, Sanford and Sons, and enjoyed grilling.  He was most passionate about his family and enjoyed spending precious time with them.  Larry was such a joy to be around and his presence will be truly missed.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Larry Tyler, Sr. and Betty Ann Johnson Tyler.

Tyler is survived by his loving wife, Talisia Brown Tyler; children, April Tyler, Larry (Melissa) Tyler, III, Brittany Robinson, Brandon Tyler; grandchildren, Kemarion, Aubrey, Zyron, Marley, Ambrieal, Landry, Kaveon, Avery, Braylon, Brayden, Braelyn; siblings, Ann (Eugene) Mobley, Fulton (Beverly) King, Deloris (June) Ivey, Precious (Patrick) Sharpe, Brinda (Vernon) Washington, Evans Capers, Trimane (Tiffany) Cooper, Mia (Derrick) Mervin; mother-in-law, Ruth Capers.

Pallbearers will be Michael Pickard, Jonathan McClain, Alonzo Meeks, Wilbur Richburg, Derrick Locklear and Jay Adams.

A Celebration of Larry's Life will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Jacksonville National Cemetery.  Pastor Corey L. King will be officiating and military honors will be rendered. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at Nassau Funeral Home.  The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US-1, Callahan, Florida 32011. 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.