Izel Leevern Carlyle, 66, of Rockingham passed away January 26, 2017. He was a US Navy Veteran and was retired from Burlington Industries in Rockingham with 41 years of service. He is survived by five children; Izel Leevern Carlyle, Jr., Dale Carlyle, Beth Carlyle, Angel Shaw, and Garry Elliott, 10 grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Also are surviving are 8 brothers and sisters. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Carter Funeral Home in Rockingham, with Rev. Chuck McKnight officiating. The family will greet friends following the service.