George Michael Tyson

January 25, 1956 - February 13, 2021

Huntersville-- George Michael “Mike” Tyson age 65 of Charlotte, NC, died February 13th 2021 at Atrium Health Main after an extended illness. Mike was born in Charlotte January 25th 1956. Son of the late Madeline Lawing Tyson and Joseph Cullen Tyson. Survivors include his sister, Terry Tyson Kelly, and brother Johnny Lawing Tyson (Deborah). He is also survived by nephews Jody Kelly (Kristi) and Jeff Tyson (Nicole), as well as nieces, Kristi Kelly Steenrod (Brian), Tana Tyson Ensley (Downy), and Oliva Tyson (Bud). Mike was an active member of Pleasant Grove Methodist Church and a member of the Disciples Sunday School class. He attended the Governor Morehead School for the Blind, in Raleigh, for two years. He graduated from West Mecklenburg High School and attended Appalachian State University for three years. Due to COVID restrictions a private service with his immediate family will be held to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, PO Box 681900, Charlotte, NC 28216. Funeral arrangements are being handled by James Funeral Home, Huntersville, NC.