Fannie "Sweet Thang" Tyler

Ms. Fannie Abel Tyler, 78, of Richmond, Va., departed this life Wednesday, November 27, 2024. In loving memory of Fannie, af ectionately known as "Sweet Thang," we celebrate a life filled with love, dedication, and passion. Raised in a large family with eight siblings, Fannie embraced her role as one of the older children with grace and warmth. Fannie was a talented athlete, excelling in track, basketball, and tennis during her high school years. Her skill as a seamstress was unmatched, a craft she lovingly passed down to her two sons, Rod and Larry. After graduating from Central High School in Goochland County, Fannie pursued higher education attending J. Sargeant Reynolds, completing two years of college. She began her working career at some of Richmond's most esteemed establishments, including The Hat Factory, Copper Kitchen, Thalhimers Department Store and the very first Hawk's Fish Restaurant. She was a dedicated fan of the Washington “Redskins”, cheering them on with unwavering support, win or lose! Above all, Fannie was a devoted grandmother, providing a second home and endless love to her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents Fannie K. Robinson and Roosevelt C. Robinson of Gum Spring, Va., and her brothers George R. Robinson of Richmond and Welford Robinson of Gum Spring, Va. She is survived by her three children, Monique Lewis, Larry Tyler (I’Tisha), and Rodrecus Robinson (Kisha) of Richmond, Va. Grandchildren, James Lewis Jr. (I’easha), Justin Lewis, Rodrecus (RJ) Robinson, Jr., Amiya Robinson, Datwan Tyler-Burns, Larshawnda Burns, Tishaan Tyler, Tion Tyler, Taj Tyler, and Larri Tyler of Richmond, Va. One Great Grandchild Aniya Tyler-Burns. Bonus daughters Ida Smith, Cherelle Akins and Shania Williams. One brother, Andrew M. Robinson of Gum Spring, Va.; five sisters, Edith R. Hughes, Jullet R. Jackson (Lewis) of Gum Spring, Va., Clementine Robinson and Patrice Shelton all of Richmond, and Patricia Fleming (Curtis) of Goochland, Va.; a host of nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly and other relatives and friends. Her legacy of kindness, strength, and devotion will forever be cherished by all who knew her. Rest in peace, Sweet Thang. You will be deeply missed.

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Fannie "Sweet Thang" Tyler

September 4, 1946 - November 27, 2024