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George U. Lyons

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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George U. Lyons, a local broadcasting executive for close to three decades and the former General Manager of WZZM-TV 13 here, died Tuesday after a long illness. He was 80 years old. Lyons began his broadcast career at CBS in New York, and in the early 1960's moved to Chicago, where he met his...

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Melanie and I want to express our condolences to the family. George was a remarkable man and we will miss him.

My condolences to Nancy and the Girls. I have many fond memories of my days at WZZM working for George as well as summer parties at his cottage on Lake Michigan. He was a terrific person!

We'll miss him terribly...so many good times for so many years.

We were friends for 40 years. Shared lots of good times with George, Nancy and the girls. Many great memories. We will miss him.

The best father-in-law a guy could ever hope for.

I love you George.

Tracey,
From one "Daddy's Girl" to another, I know how hard this is for you. But, weren't we both so lucky to have strong, accomplished, well-respected and fun guys as our Dads?
They left us with happy memories, words of wisdom and, the best gift of all:their unconditional love.
With sympathy for your entire family,

My condolences go out to the entire Lyons family. George was a great person and will be missed Dearly. I've known of George every since i was a young child and i must say that he have made a big impact on so many lives through out his career, we will miss you George.

Mr. Lyons and Nichelle at the cottage

Summer day at the Lyons' cottage

My deepest sympathy goes out to Mrs. Lyons, Nichelle, Tracy and the extended family. I have many fond memories of Mr. Lyons. I spent a lot of time with him since I was one of Nichelles best friends growing up and to this day. He was so good to everyone and had such a big heart.
No matter how many years have gone by without seeing him, He will always be so dear to my heart. What a great loss. He was one in a million. My love to the whole family and please let me know if there is...