Bobby W. Tyson, 91, of Smackover, was born in Oak Grove, LA, August 21, 1935, and died Friday, September 25, 2026. He graduated from Mer Rouge High School and attended LA Tech.
He was drafted into the United States Army and served in the 3rd Armored Division in Germany for 2 years.
He was a certified welder out of Local 798 for 66 years. He welded on the Alaska pipeline in Prudho Bay for 3 years.
His music and acting career included meeting Elvis in the army and acting as an extra on the TV show ''Have Gun, Will Travel."
He leaves behind the love of his life, Margie Jameson Tyson, his wife of 63 years, his 2 sons, David (Melissa), and Walter (Dana), he also leaves behind 3 grandsons: Alan (Lauren), John (Maddie), and Dr. Wesley Tyson; also 5 great-grandchildren, Analeigh, Brooks, Adlee, Audrey, and Sunny; brother, Larry (Patricia), brother-in-law, Dr. James Avalt, sister-in-law, Maxine Tyson, sister- in-law, Jackie Jameson Black. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Preceding him in death were his parents, J.C. and Odis Tyson and brothers, Doyle (Peggy) and Don; and sisters, Gilda, Peggy, Betty (Kenny); and one grandson, David Tyson, Jr.
A memorial service will be held from 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2026 in Young's Chapel. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.youngsfuneralhome.com for the Tyson family.
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