Martin J. Tyler Sr., husband of the late Isobel A. Tyler (née Campbell), was the father of 9 (Martin Jr., Donna Marie [Richard Tatar], Eugene [Christi], Kristine [Rick], Timothy [Carol], Scott [Marcia], Beverlie [Bill], Barbra [Robert Distasio Sr.], and Isobel [Sam]), grandfather of 10, great-grandfather of 11, brother of 10, and uncle of far too many to count. He is met in heaven by his wife Isobel, son Martin Jr., great-grandson Dylan Tatar, and many other family members and friends. His 96 years on Earth were spent being a dedicated family man,WWII Navy Veteran, and proud Chicago Police Officer for 31 years. “There'll be pennies from heaven for you and me. Family and friends will gather for visitation on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills, IL 60465. Funeral Wednesday 9:00 a.m. from the Funeral Home to St. Daniel the Prophet Church, Mass 11:30 a.m., Interment will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.