Cecil L. PyleNORTH MANCHESTER – Cecil L. Pyle, 83, North Manchester, entered the Gates of Heaven on Friday, Aug. 13, 2021.
Born in rural Silver Lake, on Sept. 2, 1937, Cecil was the son of the late Robert A. and Lucile G. Rager Pyle.
At an early age, Cecil’s parents instilled in Cecil and his siblings the importance of faith, and on June 12, 1952, Cecil gave his life to the Lord. He became a member of the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren in Silver Lake, where attending was a true joy. For those who knew Cecil, there was no question that he lived his life for the Lord.
Cecil was a simple man who never asked for help from others but was always willing to help those around him. He had a gracious, caring, loving and joyful aura that made others happy and grateful. When it came to working as a custodian at the Eel River Church of the Brethren or maintenance at Swihart Grain in Silver Lake, no one could match Cecil’s work ethic.
The loving memory of Cecil L. Pyle will be forever cherished by his sisters: Doris (Richard) Duhaime, Bradenton, Fla.; Evelyn (Dwight) Boyd, Sebring, Fla.; Esther May, Warsaw; and Joan Knoblett, Robinson, Ill.; sisters-in-law: Lucille Mishler, Columbia City; and Dorothy Pyle, Sebring, Fla.; many nieces and nephews; and his church family.
Cecil was preceded in death by his parents: Robert A. and Lucile Pyle; brothers: Robert Pyle and Carl Mishler; and brothers-in-law: Glenn Johnson, Wayne Knoblett and Harold May.
Family and friends may call Tuesday, Aug. 17 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, 2507 Ind. 14, Silver Lake. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor Audrianna Svay and Pastor Roger Eberly officiating. Burial will be at Ulrey Memorial Cemetery, 2507 Ind. 14, Silver Lake.
The family of Cecil L. Pyle has entrusted McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, with care and final arrangements.
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For those who wish to honor the memory of Cecil L. Pyle, memorial contributions may be made to the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, 2507 State Road 14, Silver Lake, IN 46982.
