Emory Charleston Tyler was born on October 7, 1956 in Wichita Falls, to the parentage of Earnst Charles Tyler and Vera Mae Tyler, who preceded him in death. He went to Classen High School in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and continued his education at Prairie View A&M College, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering in 1978. Emory worked at a gas station, where he met his wife, Gayla Tyler. They were married on March 20, 1999.

He began his career with the Dallas Cowboys in 2000 and remained with the organization until his retirement in 2021. For those who knew him, he always lit up the room with his larger-than-life smile and personality. For countless NFL combines, super Bowls, Dallas Cowboys training camps, and millions of miles on the road, Emory was a dear friend to many. He was not only a driver for the Jones Family but also for the     Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, first-round draft picks, executives, dignitaries, celebrities, sponsors, and more. Emory was a true Dallas Cowboy through and through.

Emory is preceded in death alongside his parents by 2 sisters: Sarah Jean Tyler & Linda Joyce Tyler-Fields, 2 brothers: Kenneth Tyler & Willis Edward Iverson.

He is survived by his wife, Gayla Tyler; (1) son, Edward Charleston Tyler (Cassie), (1) grandson, Elijah Charleston Tyler; (2) granddaughters: Elliana Calese Tyler & Elyse Cailiah Tyler;  his sister Mary Bowen; (4) sisters-in-law: Lawanna Johnson (Micheal Sr.), Lovie Adkinson, Janice Minter (Donnie Sr.), Cynthia Watson (the favorite) along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and life –long friends.