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Lynn married the love of her life, Doug Byron, on October 30, 1993 at Holy Family in North Chicago, IL. They cherished 30 years of marriage together. Lynn was passionate about education, she dedicated many years as a special education teacher. Prior to her years in the classroom, she also spent 27 summers working at Six Flags Great America. Lynn loved Chicago sports; she was a very big Cubs and Bears fan. Lynn would have wanted everyone to know that she was an organ donor. She saved or healed someone's life with her gift of donation and she will live on through those she helped. Lynn was a wonderful mother and wife, she loved her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Lynn is survived by her husband: Douglas Byron; her children: Reilly Byron and Courtney (Paul) Miller; her siblings: Debbie (Randy) Fabry, Robin (Chris) Fabry, and Ron (Julie) Johnson; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Ronald and Joyce Johnson; her brother: Jeff Johnson; and her grandparents: Bernice and Arthur Tonyan.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 22nd at Colonial Funeral Home in McHenry, IL from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
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Jennifer Chumbley
August 22, 2024
I worked with her at SEDOL
She was awesome
Really enjoyed working with her
Remember a few times where she had a biohazard outfit on because she had to clean out OI rooms and the other time was when she was teaching at millburn and she told the students that I always had her back - which was true - I always had her back and she will be truly missed
I loved working with her
She hired me years ago when she was admin at Gages lake - she was an awesome person and principal too. RIP Lynn Byron - I will always remember doing NCI with you too
Jennifer Chumbley ( Marcinkus)
Robin Doctor Kula
August 22, 2024
"Lynnie" now knows the greatest joy! Eternal rest grant unto Lynn, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
You Johnsons were my 2nd family. Ricky sent me the news. My mom and Joyce were such good friends. We are talking early 1970s. Lynnie was little. NEVER a pain - always adorbs. Gosh I spent so much time with y´all - playing outside, watching Cubs games, eating dinner, watching Lawrence Welk. My 2nd home. Debbie, Robin, Ronnie - I pray for God´s comfort when you need it.
Robin Doctor - now Kula. I married Tom 5 years ago. He found me on Facebook - I was widowed. My husband had brain cancer. I had connected w Jeff in time.
Ed K lives here in Texas about 20 minutes away. Stevie lives in New Hampshire.
Tom and I drove through NC last month for a Kula wedding in Illinois.
I just said a prayer for all y´all.
Katherine Spiess
August 21, 2024
Lynn´s incredible humor, warmth, and generosity made her someone who instantly felt like family to everyone she met. Even in her passing, her giving nature continued through organ donation-another act of kindness that reflects the depth of her compassion and care for others. I feel truly grateful to have known her.
I can only imagine how hard this must be for all of you, and I hope you find comfort in the wonderful memories and the love she shared with each of you and so many others around her. Please know that my thoughts and prayers and love are with you.
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Vince Ramirez
August 18, 2024
I worked very closely with Lynn when she was an administrator and I was the school´s resource officer. Lynn had such a big heart and cared deeply about her students and staff. Lynn made me feel welcomed from day one and throughout my tenure at the school. Our work relationship turned into a friendship. She will be missed. God Bless Lynn and her family.
Peg Major
August 18, 2024
The very first time i meet Lynn was at my wedding. Doug was the best man and that´s the first time i meet her.. i thought she is a keeper for Doug, she will keep him on his toe´s. She fit right in with our then group. Also the times we would just hang out at there house, myself, Jim Matchen ( Pee Wee) and Randy Hodgson.. boy oh boy could she make us laugh and never took and crap from the boy´s LOL. She will be so so missed. I can still hear her laughing.
God speed Lynn!
Peg Major
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