Obituary
Austin Alexander Lyle, Alex, passed away on Monday November 17, 2025.
Alex was born on December 18, 1945 in Gadsden, Alabama to Edward and Shirley Lyle. Following high school graduation, he joined the Navy and became a hospital corpsman in 1963. He left the Navy and attended Western Michigan University and obtained a Bachelors in Medicine degree. He became a Physician’s Assistant- Certified and was commissioned a Warrant Officer in the United States Navy in 1980.
He met Lt. Kathleen Joyce at Officer Indoctrination School in Newport, Rhode Island in August 1980. They married in February 1985. They celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this past February. Together they shared three children: Michael Lyle of Spring, Texas (Kristen Lyle), Brendan Lyle of Boynton Beach, Florida (Sarah Lyle), and Elizabeth Jones (Ryne Jones) of Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
Alex leaves behind seven granddaughters: Kimberley Lyle, Kortney Lyle, Aurora Lyle, Clara Lyle, Gemma Jones, Penelope Jones, and Sienna Lyle and two grandsons: Joseph Lyle and Jacobi Lyle. Alex also is survived by his brother, Richard W. Lyle of Raytown, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Shirley Lyle and his sister, Annie Lyle.
Alex was a devoted husband, loving father and adoring grandfather. He was an avid fisherman and loved being out on the water. He was a devout Catholic and a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
A visitation will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and a service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
The family wishes to express gratitude to his many caregivers at KU Cancer Center, KU Medical Center, and Midwest Rehabilitation Hospital. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center or the University of Kansas Cancer Center.
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To the Family of Alex Lyle. We are incredibly sorry to hear about the loss of Alex. My Father considered him, one of his closest and dearest friends. I pray for strength and love to get you all through this most difficult time. Much love to all of you and God Speed.
Trisha Stromme (Tiffin) on behalf of the Tiffin Family
We are very sorry for your families loss🙏🏻
I’m so sorry for everyone’s loss. Alex was like a second father to me. He was caring and loving. Strong and hardworking. I’m so glad that I got to see you one last time in Kansas.
Dearest Lyles:
I’m so, so terribly sorry to see this news. He was such a dear friend.
My love and prayers to each of you.
Dear Kathy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Alex’s passing! It sounds like he really enjoyed life and certainly loved his family! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time! ✝️💔
Dear Lyle Family:
We are saddened by the loss of Alex. We will always remember his wit, as well as his commitment to Troop 1. May you find strength in your faith and one another during this sad and difficult time.
Brian & Julie
Dear Kathleen and Family:
We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss of Alex. He was an exceptional man who not only loved and cared for his family but also, through his chosen profession as a PA, provided quality medical care to many patients. He has left a huge FOOTPRINT in Life and will be sorely missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
Max and Carol Swenson
Kathy,Mike, Brendan and Libby
My heart just aches so much
Your Dad was a huge part of my life, I think of you all as family. He always knew how to talk to me when I needed it and even when I didn’t want to hear it. Was always there to listen to me, then tell me what he thought I should do. I miss him dearly. I am so honored for the memories I have with him and getting to know all of you
Praying for you all during this time.
Love you all
Missy
Our sincere condolences as you mourn the loss of Alex. He was always a good man and willing to help out as much as he was able in the mission of the AOH. His sense of humor and wit will be remembered and we take solace in the promises of Christ for eternal life. May his soul and all the souls of the departed faithful, rest in Peace. Amen
Ancient Order of Hibernians,
Padraig Pearse Division, KCMO, #1
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Alex. We pray for you for peace and comfort during this sad time.
Love,
Susan and Mike Pozek
Mr. Lyle was an important part of The Orthopaedic Center family for many years as a skilled medical provider & cherished friend. We are saddened to hear of his passing and offer our sincere condolences to the Lyle family.
I worked with Alex at The Orthopaedic Center for many years. He was truly one of the nicest men I have ever met and one of the best providers I’ve ever seen. I have so many good memories of him. His family is in my thoughts and prayers! He will be greatly missed!
My mind just keeps going back to the day we met Alex, over 40 years ago. He sat down on the floor with our three young children, showed them how to play a fun video game – new stuff at the time – and we liked him immediately. Over the years that grew to respect, appreciation and love for a person who worked very hard, enjoyed laughs and conversation with friends and was a great dad, but most of all, a faithful, loving and fun-loving husband for my best friend.
Well done sweet Alex. Until we meet again.
I’m so thankful I got to connect with Alec one more time last year. As a young boy, I always saw him as a man’s man. He was tough, but kind and warm. I admired him.