Charles Vernon Syler, 81, of Midland, passed away joining his Heavenly Father on May 18, 2017. Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home in Midland. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, May 22, 2017 at Resthaven Memorial Park.Vernon was born in Vinita, Oklahoma to Viola and Henry Syler on March 19, 1936. He moved to Midland and met Joyce, his bride, and married December 2, 1955.Vernon worked for Hayes Radiator and Triangle Radiator before opening his own business, S & S Radiator where he worked until his retirement.Vernon enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. He played by himself for many years and then with the Romans Road Trio. He enjoyed fishing trips and building all kinds of toys for people to enjoy.Vernon loved the Lord with all his heart and would do anything for anyone. He never met a stranger. He was always laughing, smiling and telling jokes. He will be deeply missed.Vernon is preceded in death by his parents Viola and Henry Syler. Survivors include his bride of 61 years, Joyce Syler; son Matt Syler and his wife MaryAnn; son Mike Syler; granddaughters Mandy Beavers and husband Jody, Mindy Hale and husband Brandon; great-grandchildren Trey Beavers, Sally Ann Beavers, Brennand Hale, Brooks Hale, all of Colorado City, Texas; brother, Kenneth Syler of Andrews, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Hospice Midland, 911 W. Texas Ave, Midland, Texas 79701.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.,
