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Harry Lyons Obituary
Harry Gene Lyons, age 74 of Eminence, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. Harry was a member of Cemetery Hill Church of Christ. He was a tow motor operator at Eminence Speaker for 35 years. Harry enjoyed decorating, especially for the holidays. He also loved gardening and working on his muscle cars. He loved spending time with his family, his church, and his friends.
He was the son of the late Frances & Mary Lou (Stivers) Lyons and was preceded in death by 2 grandsons, Baylor Lane Thurman and Dylan Chase Thurman. Harry will be cremated following services.
Survived by:
Wife: Patricia Lyons of Eminence
Daughter: Sydney Danielle Thurman (Jeremy) of Point Pleasant
Stepmother: Shirley Lyons of New Castle
Sister: Glenda Wilhoite of Lockport
Brothers: Randy Lyons (Judy) of Point Pleasant
Tommy Lyons (Melody) of Bethlehem
Stevie Lyons of Shelbyville
Danny Ray Lyons (Jill) of Lancaster
Doug Lyons of Carrollton
Granddaughter: Dylanie Grace Thurman
Funeral Service: 2 PM on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home. Officiated by Bro. Rocky Allen.
Honorary Pallbearers: Gary McAllister and Leo Mason
Pallbearers: Randy Lyons, Brad Lyons, Tommy Lyons, Danny Ray Lyons, Aaron Lyons and Stevie Lyons, and Andrew Lyons
Interment: New Castle Cemetery
Memorial Contributions: American Cancer Society
Visitation: 11 AM until service time on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home.
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