Monna Rae Tyler: 1938 – 2022
It’s with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Monna Rae Tyler on April 5, 2022. She was born Monna Rae Skinner in Bedford, Wyoming on July 15, 1938, the fourth of six children born to LeRoy and Zelta Skinner. She spent her childhood playing with friends, picking wild berries (and eating more than she brought home), doing chores, and attending church in Star Valley. Growing up in the small mountain community instilled in Monna the characteristics that would last her lifetime: love of family, great work ethic, loyalty, toughness, and love for the mountains. After graduating from Star Valley High School, she attended L.D.S. Business College of B.Y.U.
On May 16, 1959, Monna married James Hindman. To this union came five children: Brad, Janet, Juli, Tracy, and LeRoy. Monna’s children were always her number-one priority and she sacrificed much of herself in assuring their health and happiness. Due to circumstances beyond her control, her union with James came to an end.
On July 16, 1973, Monna married Curnnel Tyler. They enjoyed life together and had many adventures including world travel, camping, fishing, and being members of the Moose Lodge and the Eagles. Their union ended with his passing in October 1997.
Never one to be idle, Monna was always employed. She worked as a transcriptionist, volunteered for Planned Parenthood, spent decades as the best waitress in town, and worked as a cashier at Walmart until health issues forced her (kicking and screaming) into retirement at the age of 81.
Anyone who knew Monna knew she was a firecracker with a great sense of humor and a love for Elvis. She remained that way right up to her hour of passing, joking and laughing with family, friends, and hospital staff. This amazing woman always did things her own way and her death was no exception. She passed peacefully and, on her terms, while listening to Elvis.
Monna is survived by her children Brad Skinner, Janet McNeel, Juli Doyle (Bob), Tracy Hindman, and LeRoy Hindman (Johnna) as well as her brother Don Skinner (Karen). She is also survived by nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart.
She was preceded in death by her parents LeRoy and Zelta Skinner; sisters Lola Skinner, Lois Turner, Verena Willis, and Lana Skinner; and brother Alma Skinner.
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