James Rodney Tilley Sr, 70, of Forest City, died Thursday, March 23, 2023.
A native of Yancey County, he was a son of the late James and Dorothy Burton Tilley. Rodney was retired from the textile industry.
Left to cherish his memories are his daughters, Annie Crandall, Susan Tilley; sons, Michael Tilley, Chris Tilley, Dewayne Tilley, James Tilley Jr. (Amber); twelve grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two nieces; and a brother, Greg Tilley (Rhonda).
Funeral services were held March 26 at Crowe's Mortuary with Rev. Phillip Duncan officiating. The family received friends one hour prior to the services.
Online condolences at crowemortuary.com