Ted Tyus Obituary

Ted Donald Tyus, age 89, of Mulberry, Alabama passed away on May 8, 2023. Born in 1934, Donald graduated from Auburn University in 1956 with a bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. He returned to Alabama in 1961 where he continued his passion for serving and flying with the State of Alabama Conservation and Highway Department, and the 187th Tactical Fighter Group of the Alabama Air National Guard at Dannelly Field in Montgomery, AL. He rose to the rank of Colonel and led the unit from 1984 until his retirement in 1989. Years before Donald retired, he returned to his rural roots in Autauga County, built a home and reestablished the family farm raising hogs and cattle and growing cotton and timber. Upon his retirement, with his flying days completed with the Air National Guard, he resumed his passion for farming full time. Donald is survived by his wife of 65 years Patricia (Patsy) Crump Tyus, son Ted Donald Tyus, Jr. (Bobbie Jo) daughter Janice Tyus Kelly (Jim), and son Robert Keith Tyus (Andrea). He is also survived by his grandchildren: Lauren Tyus Dilaj (Pawel), Robert Brett Tyus (Jenny), Hannah Tyus, Lindsey Kelly Whitlock (Mark), Elizabeth Kelly Cornett (Josh), Taylor Tyus, and Dr. Morgan Tyus Fisher (Billy); and three great grandchildren. His parents, two brothers, and a sister preceded him in death. The family will receive friends on May 13, 2023 at 10:00 a. m. at Ivy Creek United Methodist Church in Mulberry, AL with a graveside service to follow at 11:00 a. m. in the cemetery on the grounds of the church. The family would like to thank his dedicated caregivers for the love and care they have given him. The family requests that any memorials be made to the Ivy Creek United Methodist Church sent to 560 Autauga County Rd. 1 South, Selma, AL 36703, or a charity of your choice. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www. ridoutsprattvillechapel. com for the Tyus family.