Edna Bell (Cox) Tyler, age 93, of Gainesville, TX, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at TMC in Denison, surrounded by her family. She was a Jehovah Witness for 75 years. She was a beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend whose life was a beautiful example of kindness and care for others.
Edna was a women who loved to stay busy. She found joy in the simple things in life--quilting and sewing with care and creativity, tending to her yard and flower beds, and spending hours searching for treasures at garage sales. She also had a special fondness for collecting dolls.

Above all else, Edna's family was her world. She was loving and nurturing, always putting others before herself and making sure those around her felt cared for and cherished. Her home was filled with warmth, and unconditional love.

Her presence will be deeply missed, but the love she gave so freely will live on in the lives of her family and all who were blessed to know her. She leaves behind a lifetime of precious memories that will be treasured forever.

Edna was born December 16, 1932 in Ethel, TX to Alex and Bertha (Williams) Cox. She married Jr Tyler on December 27, 1948 in Tioga, TX. They shared 70 years together. She is survived by her children, Ronnie Tyler of Gainesville,  Brenda Sampson of Gainesville, Lynn Sampson of Gainesville, Joe Tyler and wife, Eileen of Decatur, AR, Richard Tyler and wife, Kim of Collinsville, Dean Tyler and wife Gracie of Ardmore OK, Donna Aycox and husband, Dale of Gainesville.  14 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 11 great, great grandchildren and one on the way.

Edna is preceeded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter in law, Rhonda Tyler. Seven brothers and 3 sisters.

Memorial arrangements are March 28th, 11:30 am at Stanford House, 401 W Garnett, Gainesville,  TX.