Letter from 9/11 Flight Attendant Reaches Her Son 24 Years Later
More than a Hero: A Woman of Courage, Determination, and Love
Lyles was more than a name tied to tragedy — she was a woman who lived with purpose, compassion, and courage. Living in Fort Pierce, Florida, she built a career in public service as a police officer, rising to the rank of detective before pursuing her dream of becoming a flight attendant.
In January 2001, she achieved that goal, joining United Airlines with the hope of seeing the world. On September 11, 2001, just months into her new career, Lyles found herself among the seven crew members of United Flight 93.
