Lyons, David

David G. Lyons "Dave", passed away unexpectedly at his home in Des Moines, IA on January 5, 2017 at the age of 60.

Dave was born to John and Joanne Lyons on the Eve of Saint Nick's Day, Dec. 6, 1956 and raised in South Chicago, IL. In 1970, Dave's family relocated to West Bend, WI, where he graduated from West Bend East High School in 1975 and later attended UW-Stout.

Dave's sales and marketing career included positions with West Bend's local radio station WBKV, and the Fond du Lac Reporter newspaper, which prepared him for a Branch leadership role with Cummins Allison in Des Moines, IA. Dave relocated to Des Moines in 2008 but his heart and home remained with his family and friends in West Bend.

Dave is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Jackie (Rohlinger), his step-children, Nick (Alli) Hansen, Elissa (Mark) Hemauer, Ben (Ashley) Hansen, his grandchildren, Rose and Summer Hansen, Henry and Ramona Hemauer, and Annabelle Hansen, his mother, Joanne, his siblings, John (Mary Pat), Joseph (Karen), Maggie (Mark) Kochevar, Michael, Kevin (Linda), Robert (Peggy), his mother in-law, Rosemary Rohlinger, his brother in-law, Michael (Linda Russel) Rohlinger, his sister in-law Jill (Eric) Givens, his aunts and uncle, and his many beautiful nieces, nephews, cousins and great friends.

He is preceded in death by his father, John C. Lyons, his father in-law, Eugene Rohlinger and his niece, Emily C. Lyons.

Dave will be remembered most for his warm smile, great sense of humor, and his limitless passion for his family and friends. Dave could be found most often spending time with them on the golf course, recreating by the lake, or enjoying a sporting event.

The family will receive friends at Holy Angels Church from 2:00 pm to 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, January 12, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 6:00 p.m. A private burial will take place on Friday in Holy Angels Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of David G. Lyons may be made to the Emily C. Lyons Scholarship Fund or Holy Angels School Trust Fund.

The Schmidt Funeral Home in West Bend is serving the family. Online guestbook and condolences are available at www.schmidtfuneralhome.com

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Published by Fond du Lac Reporter on Jan. 10, 2017.

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31 Entries

Jen Koenig

January 3, 2024

Here's a rather funny memory I have of Dave/"Heavy": he & a few of his buddies went to an event in Milw/the Arena.(I think) Well, the MPD pulled their car over on I-94/I-41N. The Officer came to the driver window & asked; "do you know WHY I pulled you/boys over"..."they" were probably dumbfounded & shaking in their boots. He then replied; you're going 40mph on the Interstate"... who knows what transpired after that.

Jane Haug

January 3, 2023

Thinking of you Jackie on the Anniversary of Dave´s eternal birthday. We are all on a journey of walking each other home to Heaven. I´m not on Fb for the last couple of years so I´m out of the loop on your life happening´s. Take care, and may God´s blessings rest upon you and your family, Jane Van Beek Haug

Jeff Day

February 14, 2017

Dear Lyons Family,
I just learned of Dave's passing and am deeply saddened. I knew him for many years when I worked for Cummins as the branch manager in Kansas City. Dave and I attended several trade shows together and talked often regarding business issues. He was one of my favorite colleagues within the company. I will always remember him fondly. You have my deepest sympathy.

Donna Schmitz (Sharpee)

January 12, 2017

Dear Jackie and Family,
Although I haven't seen you and Dave in years, I still cherish the memories of many fun times we shared. I am so sorry for your loss. Dave has left countless friends and a big family way too early. He was the type of person who seemed to love everyone he met and made each one feel special. He will be missed. Please take one day at a time and I hope the memories of Dave will comfort you during this difficult time. Hope to talk with you soon. Hugs to all.

Sue and Rick Gilbertson

January 12, 2017

Dear Jackie,
Rick and I have you and your whole family in our thoughts and prayers. Again, we are so sorry that we are not there in body, but please know that we are totally with you in spirit.
Dave was such a powerful force for happiness and good times. We will never forget him and the joy that he brought to all who knew him. God bless you.

Jane Haug

January 11, 2017

Dear Jackie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family as we just heard about Dave's passing. Our deepest sympathy, Tom & Jane (Van Beek) Haug PS Jackie, please give your Mom, Rosemary, a big hug from us, and tell her that I remember when we was so sick when we were in grade school. She is a beautiful woman just like you! God Love You, God Bless You, Jane

Ed Clair

January 11, 2017

Jackie & Family,

Very sorry for your loss. To say Dave was a great guy wouldn't do him justice. What a warm smile and wit. To see him was to know you were going to have a great time because he was so fun to be with. We are thinking of you and family and praying for all. Our deepest condolences.

Love,
The Clairs

Anne

January 11, 2017

Rosemary, So sorry to hear about the lose of your son-in-law. Praying for you and your family. He will be in my prayers Saturday night at church. Anne

Laurie ('Gilboy') Valladares

January 11, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Dave fondly. He was a great guy.

Sharon Westerman

January 11, 2017

Jackie & Family,

So sorry for your loss. Dave was a great guy. I loved his sense of humor while doing trivia with him at the Binkery. You and your family are in my prayers

Robert Kircher

January 11, 2017

RIP Dave.

Jake & Mary Basten

January 10, 2017

Dear Jackie and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Big Dave, Super Dave, and sometimes known as Evil Dave will always be in the hearts of his old Cal Harbor Marina Friends and Family. Dave has walked the plank to eternal happiness with full wind in his sails on the voyage for when we all meet again! Our deepest sympathy to all!

Keith/Amber Dricken/Jaeger

January 10, 2017

Our condolences to the family and friends of Dave. Remember the good times forever, and share memories often with the younger generations so his legacy lives on...

Barbara Eckblad

January 10, 2017

Jackie and family, Please know that I hold you all in my prayers. I give thanks for Dave and all the goodness and joy he gave this world. His legacy of light will continue in the hearts and minds of those who had the privilege of knowing him. May you know God's comfort during these difficult days.

Chip & Holly Heinlen

January 9, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the Lyons family on the loss of Dave. May your memories carry you through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you all.

Rick Wescott

January 9, 2017

Celebrating a life well lived and pleasure to work with at Cummins Allison. Dave was a real professional. I will miss our work together supporting customers together.

Tina Walk

January 9, 2017

I first met Dave in a training class at Cummins Allison headquarters. He was always smiling, friendly and welcoming. My condolences go to the entire family for your loss. May God place peace upon each of your spirits, and help you through this time.

Cory Anderson

January 9, 2017

I had the pleasure to meet Dave at the 2016 Cummins Allison's Century Club trip last year. One of the kindest, warm-hearted people I have ever met, who will be missed greatly. I look forward to meeting up with him on the other side and pray his friends and family find some peace knowing he is amongst the angels! Thoughts are with you.

Jeff Paar (Cummins-Allison)

January 9, 2017

Jackie,

I was so sorry to hear the news about Dave. I know you will hear this a lot, but Dave truly was one of the good guys. Every time I was around him for Cummins-Allison events, he was so welcoming and friendly. My best memory of Dave is the Century Club event in Lake Tahoe where my wife Gina and I had the pleasure of hanging out with you and Dave for most of the day and taking the gondola up the mountain. You and your family our in our prayers.

Liz Kirk

January 9, 2017

I had the distinct pleasure of working with Dave at Cummins Allison. He was a great individual. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Julia O'Donnell

January 9, 2017

Jackie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.

Jenny (Jansen) Koenig

January 9, 2017

I remember Dave/"Heavy" so well because my girlfriends & I use to spend a LOT of time @the Lyons home on Oak St/WB. He was full of life & humor, & always treated us "girls from H.A." well.(but he teased Maggie A LOT!!) He will be missed by family & friends; praying for ALL of you Lyons family. My heart is breaking...

Robert Kircher

January 9, 2017

Dave was a great man. Always had the smile. May he Rest In Peace and know that we have his loved ones in our prayers.

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Dawn Hudock

January 9, 2017

I had the great honor of working with Dave at Cummins Allison. He was one of my favorite branch managers and I would frequently reach out to him for his opinion on product related questions. He was a kind and funny man who always looked after his customers. He will be greatly missed. My sympathies to his entire family.

Steve and Meg Gonring Hopp

January 9, 2017

Our condolences to Jackie and the entire Lyons family. Dave was a great guy. May the angels lead him into Paradise!

Mike and Diane Kent

January 9, 2017

With our deepest sympathy. We were so sorry to hear the news about Dave. He was a great guy. May your many happy memories comfort you at this time.

John Ruhnke

January 9, 2017

Prayers for the family in there time of loss. Very Sorry for your loss.

Barb Pfeifer

January 8, 2017

Darn it, Dave!!!! This just isn't the way it was supposed to turn out! God Speed, Dear, Dear Friend. Love to Jackie, and to the rest of your family. Love you all more than you can know. :-(

Sue Chapman

January 8, 2017

Dear Jackie, Nick, Elissa, Ben and Lyons family: I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear about Dave. He was a wonderful man and know that Jackie had many years of happiness with him. My deepest sympathy and my prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

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