Vanas James Hoyle

Vanas Hoyle, age 84, Flint, Michigan passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the Medilodge of Grand Blanc, Grand Blanc, Michigan. Mr. Hoyle was a native of Unicoi County but had lived in Flint, Michigan for years. He was a son of the late Spencer and Ethel Chandler Hoyle. Mr. Hoyle retired from General Motors Corporation. Other than his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers: Grady Hoyle and Robert Hoyle; four sisters: Una Blankenship, Delia Hoyle, Edna Davis and Vera Carter.

Mr. Hoyle leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife, Loetta Thompson Hoyle of Flint, Michigan; one brother, Hual Hoyle of Flag Pond; three sisters: Verl Stephenson, Shirley Fender and Phyllis Hoyle all of Erwin; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Hoyle, Johnson City; two special friends, Robert and Dianna Pringle. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

The family will receive friends Thursday, November 12, 2015 from 11:00 A. M. until the hour of service at the Robert Ledford Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Bill Ponder will officiate at the 12:00 P. M. funeral service. Music will be provided by Inez Chandler. Interment will follow in the Clear Branch Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the family through our complimentary, interactive Book of Memories at www.ledfordfuneralhomes.com.

Robert Ledford Funeral Home, 720 Ohio Avenue, Erwin, is privileged to serve the Hoyle family. (423) 743-1380.