Christopher James Lyons

Christopher James Lyons passed away on September 5, 2024, in Katy, Texas. Born on April 24, 1973, in Houston, Texas, he was a dedicated serviceman and a beloved family member.

Chris graduated from Sharpstown High School before embarking on a distinguished 20 and a half year career in the Army. His military journey took him across the United States and abroad, with postings at Fort Hood, TX; Visleck, Germany; Fort Carson, CO; Schofield Barracks, HI; Fort Knox, KY; Fort Bragg, NC and Vicenza, Italy. His commitment to service also included deployments to Afghanistan (2003 - 2004, 2012- 2013) and Iraq (2006-2008), where he demonstrated exceptional dedication and bravery.

Throughout his military career Chris was awarded the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Two Campaign Stars (2nd Award), Bronze Star Medal (3rd Award), Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (7th Award), Meritorious Unit Commendation (2nd Award), Combat Action Badge, Parachutist Badge and Air Assault Badge.

Outside his military life, Chris was a devout member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church. His faith was a cornerstone of his existence, providing strength and comfort throughout his life and career. For many years Chris, along with his friends and family worked the Holy Ghost Catholic Bazar. You could find Chris and his brothers working the Over and Under table all weekend long.

After Chris' career in the Military he worked at Ashland in Nederland, TX, Cintas in Houston, TX and Westlake in Katy, TX.

Chris was a huge Houston Texan fan and enjoyed watching games and with friends and family. Always one to accept an invitation to meet up for a beer, he had many friends near and far. His laugh was infectious and genuine.

Chris is survived by his brothers, Timothy Brian Lyons, Michael Patrick Lyons and Michael's wife Jennifer Lyons, his ex-wife and best friend Maegan Lyons and nephews Joseph Zachary Lyons and Austin Brian Lyons and nieces Kaitlyn Sue Lyons and Ashlee Nicole Lyons. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reba Ann Lyons and Joseph Peter Lyons and brothers Joseph Eric Lyons and Frank Anthony Lyons. Chris was the Godfather to Mia Noelle Gelotti and Mateo Bryan Gelotti. They affectionally called him Uncle Army.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the following organizations:

The Wounded Warrior Project
support.woundedwarriorproject.org

Camp Hope
camphopeusa.com

Chris' life was marked by his unwavering commitment to this country, his deep faith and his loving relationship with family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.