James Earl Ryals

Angier- James Earl Ryals, 59, passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home. Born in Wake County, Earl was the son of the late Joseph Ray Ryals and Dorothy Moore Ryals. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 16th at 2:30 PM at Johnson Memorial Church Cemetery, 8280 NC 50 Angier, NC 27501. Earl is survived by his sons, Jesse Aaron Ryals and fiancé, Amber of Benson, Chris Blake of Clayton; sisters, Carolyn Ketchie of Angier, Margaret Hayes of Creedmoor; brother, Charles Ray Ryals and wife, Janet of Benson; one granddaughter, Gracie Rae Ryals; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Earl was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara “Bobbie” Johnson and a brother, Johnny Mack Ryals.