"Superhero Log: The Finale"

Illustrated by Lyle Daniel & Kamika Perry


It got very real, very quickly. As Myrne sounded the alarm that time was short, family and friends set aside their daily lives, boarded planes, jumped into cars, and rushed to the man whose intense intellect, hysterical humor, potent personality, authentic artistry, and powerful photography surpassed every standard.

To many, Lyle was the life of the party. To those closest to him, he was a singular masterpiece, full of wisdom, playful wit, a worry-free spirit, and wholeness personified. And yet, nothing could have prepared our family for what today would bring.

As only Lyle would, faithful to his own script, he left us exactly as he desired, with clear instructions for his closing act. In his final moments, he was given the comfort he requested. Surrounded by Myrne, Layla, family, friends, and his "Boys," he took his last breath at 3:57 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27th, 2025. Our family is broken, yet relieved that our beloved Lyle, husband, father, son, brother, and friend, is free from pain, free from suffering, and finally at peace.

As the curtain falls on this final act, we honor the brilliance of the story he lived and the love he leaves behind. Just as every great performance lingers in the hearts of its audience, Lyle’s presence will forever echo in ours. Our family thanks you for your prayers, love, and support, and asks that our time of mourning be deeply respected at this time.


[contributed by Dr. Rachel-Lee Berkeley]

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  1. N I S AAugust 27, 2025 at 9:04 PM

    🥂😥💔💔

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  2. Rowena Moore-Mc NicholAugust 28, 2025 at 2:12 AM

    Saddened by this news. However you are free from pain. God knows best. Sleep in peace.

    Condolences to his loving and beautiful wife and daughter, parents, siblings and other family members. 💔🙏🏾

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  3. A.A.R. MauleAugust 28, 2025 at 4:01 AM

    😢💔🙏🏾

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  4. Adanna KizzyAugust 28, 2025 at 7:05 AM

    Oh God, send your spirit to comfort at this time. The Daniels need you 🙏🏽🙏🏽

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  5. JamesJeremiah god-kingAugust 28, 2025 at 7:13 AM

    My sincerest condolences to to the Daniels family and CUC family. RIP brother and ascend in glory. 👑 🙏 🦁 💐😢💯🙏

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  6. AnashaAugust 28, 2025 at 9:51 AM

    Sincerest condolences to the Daniels' family and the CUC Campus kids. Rest well Lyle🙏💛

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  7. Pascale LinzauAugust 28, 2025 at 10:05 AM

    To Myrneta, and the rest of the family, sending you our deepest sympathy at this hour, and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Lyle was the best at his arts ! (Pascale and Harold, French Club, CUC) ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  8. Jené HartmanAugust 28, 2025 at 12:55 PM

    Lyle’s Rise Up Academy family sends its deepest condolences. We are missing a piece to our puzzle that can never be replaced. He was loved beyond words by his students and his colleagues. He is our Hero!

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