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John Lyman Obituary

John C. Lyman Jr. Visitation and a memorial service for John C. Lyman Jr., 33, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at Summitview Church, Hoffman Estates. He passed away Dec. 18, 2008. John was the beloved son of John and Kathleen S. (nee Cole) Lyman; cherished brother of Deanna (Jason) Biniak and Kathleen E. Lyman; loving grandson of Patricia S. Cole and Nancy L. Lyman and adored uncle of Arianna and Alanna Biniak. Johnny also leaves behind many, many deeply loved aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Paul E. Cole Jr. and Jack Lyman.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jan. 1, 2009.

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Gary Tite

April 8, 2024

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Gary Tite

April 2, 2024

Hello all, this is Gary Tite. Your old neighbor next door.
I was shocked and very saddened to see this. I was able to see John JR grow up for almost 7 years and I also had some of the best times of my life living next door to you guys. My daughter had great times too playing with Kathleen. John n Kathy were the two nicest people I ever met. You let me in and I could ask anything and you never said no. All the Lyman´s and Cole´s were great!
I´m end this with deepest condolences.
Gary. 1-928-232-8432

Dennis and Pammy Peters

January 13, 2009

John, I was horrified to hear of your sons passing. No parent should ever have to experience such a tragedy. Our prayers are with you and your wife as well as others who "love" him. Rest assured he is home now. May our merciful GOD Bless and keep you and yours in this stressful time. ...email us when you can....Dennis and Pam Peters... Lake of the Ozarks Mo.

Jayne Wiedenbeck

January 13, 2009

My deepest sympathy goes out to you for your loss. You're in my prayers as I ask God to help you be strong through your grieving.

Tom Scialabba

January 13, 2009

John and Kathy, it came with great despair when I heard about the loss of John. I remember coaching John and the fun we had together with HEAA. My thoughts are with you both.

Peter Torsiello

January 13, 2009

John & Kathy , the entire Lyman and Cole Families and dear freinds et al ... on behalf of the Torsiello Family please allow me to extend our most sincere condolences . Johnny's passion , intencity and fearlessness will never be forgotten . His love and devotion to his family will always be remembered . It was a privilege to know him when he was young , a joy to watch him play football , and when he reached adulthood , he always demonstrated to me respect and consideration . All honorable charactoristics and a very unique individual .
R.I.P ( FLT )

Deborah Colvett

January 6, 2009

John, Kathy and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I have no other words to comfort you at this difficult
time,except you family will always be in my prayers.
Johnny I just want you to know you will be missed so very much,you were my buddy, my pal, loved to watch you strut, and I was proud to be your bar-mom.You alway's protected me. I do know one thing for a fact,you sure did Love your Family,as they did
you.You will always be in my Heart
my Thought's,and my Prayer's.
Goodnite Johnny,
Love Your Friend Deborah Colvett

Debbie Hubbard, Lloyd

January 5, 2009

John and Kathy my heart hurts for you and the rest of the family. You all and Johnny will be in my prayers.
I can just imagine what a fine man he was.

Sandy & Greg Gatewood

January 3, 2009

John, Kathy & Family - We were so sorry to hear about JR. He was always so good to us & he will be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you today.

Marlene Rathmann

January 2, 2009

John, Kathy and Family.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
God Speed Johnny.

Amanda Macdonald

January 2, 2009

Johnny was such a wonderful man. He made such a huge impact in my life. We were planning a great future together. I miss him so much. I'm so grateful for all of the love he has given me. My prayers are with him and all of his many friends and family. I love all of you. Thank you for your support. I was Johnny's girlfriend.

Melissa Miller

January 2, 2009

My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy to the Lyman family.

Leslie Russell

January 2, 2009

Johnny was a real nice person to me I used to babysit him and his sister Deanna. He now is in a good place with his Uncle Don and Grandfather's.

Marcia Becker

January 2, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.

Susan Frick-Nystrom

January 1, 2009

Johnny as we (friends) called him, will be missed very much. We went to grade school with him. He was always able to make us laugh. Johnny was a good person.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Lyman family.

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