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1947
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2022
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Richard Conaway Obituary
A graveside memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 12 noon on Sunday (August 21) in South Lyons Cemetery, Rt. 14, Lyons. A celebration of life will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday (August 21) at the Lyons VFW, Rt. 14 Lyons.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lyons VFW.
Dick was born in Lyons on July 12, 1947, son of Orvis and Blanche Pelton Conaway. Dick served his country in Germany and became a combat veteran in Vietnam, over a quarter flip. He was a member of the Lyons fire department, and Lyons VFW, where he served as commander for several years. Dick also lead the award winning color guard for over three decades of chanting through our streets. He retired from Silgan Containers in Lyons with 30 years of service. His smile and loving demeanor will be greatly missed by many.
Richard is survived by his sons, Joseph Sr. and Mike (Ashley); brother, Tom (Yvonne) Conaway; sister-in-law, Wanda Conaway; grandchildren, Joseph Jr., Jenna, Braeden and Liam; as well as several nieces and nephews. Dick was an amazing father and grandpa who would do anything for his family.
He was predeceased by his son, Richard W. Conway Jr.; parents, Orvis and Blanche Conaway; loving wife, Tracey; and his brother, Harry.
Arrangements by Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com
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Kathy & Bob Marr
August 13, 2022
We send our sincerest condolences to the Family. RIP Dick.
Lisa Conaway
August 8, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Joey Jr. I know the pain and heartache you are going through it has been 5 years since I lost my dad feels like yesterday as he passed with me holding his hand as well. Love you Joe and little Joey.
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