Mr. Emmanuel Lyles

Emmanuel Lyles was born on October 9, 1948, to the late Emmanuel Norris Jr. and Minne Lee Lyles in Washington, DC. Rabbit, as he was affectionally called by family and friends of the A Street neighborhood, received his education in the DC Public System and graduated from Eastern Senior High. Rabbit was well known at Eastern. He not only excelled academically but was a respected athlete and football player. He also developed an interest in and joined the ROTC cadet Academy. After high school he attended Florida A&M University and was a proud Rattler, but shortly after decided to join the US Marines Corp and served his country in the Vietnam war. Shortly after returning home from service, Rabbit became employed with the US Postal Service as Mail Carrier and was eventually promoted to supervisor where he served over 40 years. Although Rabbit's FAMU matriculation was cut short, he pursued his thirst for knowledge and began a lifelong journey of higher education. He would go on to graduate with honors Summa Cum Laude and was on the Dean's List receiving multiple Associate and Bachelor's degrees from Southeastern University, Strayer University, George Mason University, and Marymount University. When Emmanuel wasn't working at the Post Office or taking classes, you could find him out and about enjoying music, good food, dancing and partaking in his most favorite past time- "The Casino". Rabbit thoroughly enjoyed his time with family and friends and will certainly be missed and remembered by all who crossed his path. Emmauel was proceeded in death by 4 Sisters, Beverly Waddell, Carolyn McGrier, Mariann Lyles, Paulette Lyles and 1 Brother, David Lyles. Left to cherish his memory and life are his daughter Hillary Greene of Atlanta, GA, two brothers Mack Lyles of Spartanburg, SC (Carrie), James Lyles (Priscilla) of Temple Hills, MD, two sisters Jennie Lyles-Middleton (Larry) of Washington, DC, Georgianna Dinkins (Mark) of Washington, DC and a host of nieces and nephews and extended family. A celebration of Emmanuel's life will take place at the Pope Funeral Home Forestville Chapel. Viewing will be held on December 16, 2024, at 9:30 AM, followed by a Funeral Service at 10:30 AM. He will be laid to rest later that day at Quantico National Cemetery located at 18424 Joplin Road, Triangle, VA.

Mr. Emmanuel Lyles

October 9, 1948 - November 21, 2024