Tyrus Haas went home to his Lord Thursday, April 21, 2011. Tyrus was born in Durham, N.C., Aug. 11, 1929, to George and Edna Haas. He worked as a drywall installer and was a member of the Painters and Allied Workers Union. Tyrus was a champion Jalopy Racer at the Frontier Superdome in the 1960's. He loved the Lord and was an avid reader of the Bible. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Ronald Haas. He was a member of Warm Springs Baptist Church. Tyrus is survived by his Christian family; he also leaves behind his beloved dog, Zorro. Visitation will be 12:30-1 p.m. Thursday, April 28, with service following, officiated by Rev. Douglas Meye, both at Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Ave.