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Michael Lyon Obituary

Msgt. Michael R. Lyon, USAF (Ret) passed away from natural causes at the Lake City Veteran's Hospital on June 21st. Mike was a 30 year resident of Lake City, having moved here after a 28 year career in the USAF. To those who knew him, Mike was a loyal friend, a committed member of his parish, and a good fishing buddy. Mike had three loves in his life: his family, his faith, and his country. Along with Diane, his wife of 56 years with whom he has been in love since high school, Mike is survived by his four children. They are Debbie Boling (Ron), Mike Lyon (Tracy), Dawn Stephens (Danny), and Mark Lyon (Tania). Through them Mike was blessed with nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
A viewing is scheduled at Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home in Lake City on June 27th from 5-7pm. A funeral mass will be held at Epiphany Catholic Church on June 28th at 11:30 am.

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Published by Lake City Reporter on Jun. 26, 2012.

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"BUCK" Buchanan

June 28, 2012

"Godspeed" Mike! May our "Prayer Arms" be around you,Diane! "BUCK"

Bolaños-Santos Families

June 28, 2012

Diane and family, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Mike and you have been like family to us and hold a very special place in our lives and hearts. Mike will surely be missed by us and everyone who had the opportunity to meet him; he was and always will be a wonderful person and we are very grateful to have had him in our lives. He all know that he's in a better place now.

June 27, 2012

Our most sincere condolences to all the Lyon family and peace to his many friends. Mike will be missed and our prayers are with you Diane.
-The Redmonds

June 27, 2012

I'm sure Mike is in a better place,he is my friend, a brother Knight,& a true soldger of God. He will be missed.
Bill & Millie Jones

Terrie & John Wester

June 27, 2012

Diane, we will all miss Mike. He and I had some great times fishing. As we said "anything said in the boat stays in the boat". I will tell you that he talked about his love for you and your children. His spirit will live with me as long as I live. Terrie and my prayer is that you will find peace in knowing he no longer suffers pain. God bless you and your family.

Bob Gavette

June 27, 2012

Marvin Deyampert

June 27, 2012

Dear Diane and family you have our deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
Our Lord will take care and guide us and take care of Mike. Mike will always be with us forever. May mike rest in peace.
In Christ. Love Marvin,Satoko and family

Larry LaTour

June 26, 2012

Mike is home. He completed his journey with love and bravery. May we all see him again when our journeys are over. My sincere condolences to the Lyon family.

BILL FRISKEY

June 26, 2012

DIANE MIKE IS IN HEAVEN NOW AND HAPPY. MAY OUR LORD TAKE CARE OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME. MIKE WILL BE MISSED.

BILL FRISKEY KOFC COUNCIL #7589

Ken and Andrea Dessert

June 26, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Michael R. Lyon

SK Bob Gavette DGK

June 26, 2012

Mrs. Mel Gavette RN

June 26, 2012

To the Lyon Family,
You all are in my prayers.

Knights of Columbus 4th Degree- "Assembly 2897" RIP Sir Knight

SK Bob Gavette

June 26, 2012

Sergio & Miriam Cartagena

June 26, 2012

Diane, children and grandchildren, we will miss Mike very much. I can't remember when Mike did not have a joke or made us laugh with one of his comments. He no longer suffer with pain because he's in God's arms now and all of his hurting is gone. He looks down on all of his love ones and we look forward to some day meeting up with him again. God bless you all and please know that you're all in our thoughts and prayers. May Mike rest in peace.

Carolyn Hancock

June 26, 2012

Diane, I am praying for you during the loss of Mike. I know how difficult it is for you as well as your children. I will be praying for you.
Carolyn Hammons Hancock

Knights of Columbus Council 7589

SK Bob Gavette DGK

June 26, 2012

Bob Gavette

June 26, 2012

My sincere condolences to Diane, the Lyon family and friends during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy may SK Michael rest in peace and God Bless.

SK Bob Gavette DGK
Council #7589

The Staff of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home

June 26, 2012

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