Julia Lyons

Julia Lyons

Julia Lyons Obituary

Published by Post-Tribune from Nov. 30 to Dec. 3, 2006.
JULIA LYONS (nee DOZIER) Gary, Indiana Julia, age 104 years, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006. She was born on August 6, 1902, in Laurel, MS, to the late Charlie & Minnie Dozier. Julia confessed Christ at an early age at Westley Chapel A.M.E. Church in Sandersville, MS. In 1947 she moved to Gary, IN. Julia was a member of St. Luke A.M.E. Zion Church for over 50 years, where she served on the Usher Board, Missionary Board and Mothers' Board. Julia was also a member of the Household of Ruth and Elks. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leroy Lyons Sr., daughters, Minnie Sanders-Lee, Lula Mae Hartzol, Julia and Hellen Lyons, sons, Leroy Lyons Jr., Alney Lyons, Rufus Lyons, sister, Rebecca Evans, brothers, Alney Dozier, Valie Sandifer, 27 combined grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and sister-in-law Mary Lyons. She leaves to cherish fond memories her loving & devoted daughters, Anniece Hunter, Rebecca Cannon; son, Lucius (Sheryl) Lyons; 400 combined grandchildren & great-grandchildren; daughters-in-law Josephine Lyons and Ella Mae Lyons; son-in-law, James Lee; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation Sunday, December 3, 2006, from 12 to 8:00 p.m. at the Guy & Allen Chapel, 2959 W. 11th Ave. Funeral services Monday, December 4, 2006, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke A.M.E. Zion Church, 1300 Jackson Street. Rev. Dwight Gutridge, Pastor. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery. Professional services rendered by: Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

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December 7, 2006

Valerie Mathews posted to the memorial.

December 6, 2006

Tiana washington posted to the memorial.

December 4, 2006

Jo Ann Dudley posted to the memorial.

Valerie Mathews

December 7, 2006

To Mr. Lucious Lyons and Sheryl:

There is no hurt that heaven cannot heal. Please remember that to be absent in the body is to be present with the LORD. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families in this hour.
Otis and Valerie Mathews

Tiana washington

December 6, 2006

My thoughts and prayers to your family in this time of sorrow. May God be with you all, From Tiana and Tawana Washington

Jo Ann Dudley

December 4, 2006

Steve you and your family have my heartfelt sympathy and i will continue to keep you in my prayers God Bless you and your entire family Jo Ann Dudley

Edythe Ervin

December 4, 2006

To Sis.Cannon,
May you and your family find peace and joy in Jesus name. Love Leander Ervin and family

UNCLE WILLIE STRICKLAND

December 3, 2006

TO GOD BE THE GLORY, TO THE LEE FAMILY. (JAMES) GOD IS A LOVING GOD, PUT YOUR TRUST IN HIM. LEAN ON HIM, FOR HE WILL TAKE CARE OF ALL YOUR HOPES AND DESIRES. JIMMIE LEE, I EXTEND MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY IN THE PASSING OF YOUR GRANDMOTHER. GOD IS STILL IN THE BLESSING BUSINESS. SHE SLEEPS, SHE SLEEPS YOU LOVED HER BUT GOD LOVED HER BEST. SLEEP, SLEEP, LONG ETERNAL SLEEP. GOD IS.......................

Melonise Wills

December 3, 2006

In loving memory of a kind and soft spoken woman who always welcomed and accepted everyone; regardless of the circumstances. Rest thy good and faithful servant.

Ferguson family

December 3, 2006

To the Lyons family, God have blessed you to have a mother and a friend for such a long time,she was a wonderful woman we loved her very much.Be thankful to the Lord.

George Bolden

December 1, 2006

To my old friend Vernita and family,Iam so sorry to to hear about the lost of your grandmother.You have my prayers and deepest condolences.may God bless all of you and keep you. George & Sabrina Bolden.

Percy E. Jones Jr.

December 1, 2006

To the entire Lyons,Sanders,And Lee Family your Mother and Grandmother was truly blessed,be not not dismayed for God will take care of you.

Sharon Coleman

December 1, 2006

To Aunt Anniece, Aunt Rebecca, Uncle Lucious, & All of My Cousins:

May god, who calls our loved ones home, enfold us with his love and send us comfort.

Tenderly...may time heal our sorrow.
Gently...may peace replace our heartache.

With Love and Sympathy,

Keturah Porter

December 1, 2006

Mama, I miss you but i'm glad to know that youre not in pain anymore. Youre up there with your family even with my grandfather Rufus Lyons. I know you two will be looking down on me and my family. I Love you and will miss you. See you Later.

Patricia McMillan-Porch

December 1, 2006

To My Family,
Life will not be the same without "Cousin Julie". Her smile,
gentle touch and soft voice. She always welcomed you with a smile and hug. To live a journey of life for decades is a blessing. I hope the family received her history and wisdom and pass it on for generations to come. I will be with you in spirit.....Pat Mack
The McMillan/Porch/Spears Family

beverly griffin

November 30, 2006

my thoughts and prayers to your family lady lyons. i can not imagine the life and history(at least 18 presidents) that was shared through Julia Lyons insight. you were very blessed to have her in your life and now gods kingdom shines even brighter. may God bless u all.

Wanda M. Jones- Nelson

November 30, 2006

To my first cousins, and your families;

Vernita (Carolyn), Patricia (Pat), Samuel (Butch), Thomas and Gloria, your grandmother, whom we all affectionately referred to and knew as "Monkey", was a wonderful woman. She leaves behind a legacy of devoted family, friends and love ones.

We will all miss her, but we also know that she will forever live in our hearts.

God bless you all.

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