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James Lyons Obituary
Jimmy attended St. Hilary Elementary School, where his passion for geography led him to the state geography bee. He then attended Walsh Jesuit High School in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, where he was loved and respected by students and faculty alike. An avid reader, and extremely bright, Jimmy was always eager to learn. He had a strong faith and was immersed in Walsh Jesuit's campus ministry: Kairos, Labre Project, Catholic Worker, and Eucharistic Ministry. Jimmy was a member of the Walsh Jesuit wresting team all four years. More important to him than the pin, was the opportunity to be a team player and to enjoy the camaraderie of his teammates. Jimmy's unique, self-less, and caring nature led to his selection as ``the most unforgettable senior' in the Walsh Jesuit class of 2010. He was kind to everyone he met. All would agree that Jimmy was best known for putting a smile on everyone's face and touching their hearts. Jimmy will truly have a lasting impact on all those whose paths he crossed. Although Jimmy will be greatly missed, he is now watching over all who loved and adored him.
Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Jim and Mary; brother, Bradley; grandfather, John Kelley; aunts and uncles, Jim and Joan Kelley and their children Paul and Shannon, Paul and Sue Kelley and their children Michelle (Ryan Gunnels), Dirk, Lauren, and granddaughter Heleena, and Jack and Jean Kelley and their children Patrick, Kathleen, and Brian.
The Lyons will receive family and friends at Walsh Jesuit High School on Friday, April 15 from 3 to 7 p.m., at 4550 Wyoga Lake Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 16 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Hilary Catholic Church, 2750 West Market St., Fairlawn, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the Lyon's request that contributions be made to The Jimmy Lyons Endowment Fund at Walsh Jesuit High School. Please visit the guestbook to send condolences at www.hummelcares.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Lyons
Connie C
October 20, 2025
Happy Birthday James.
Connie C
April 9, 2024
Still thinking of you Jimmy.
Connie C
April 9, 2020
Your light shines bright in heaven.
Watch over your family and keep them safe.
Marilyn Intorcio
April 9, 2020
Dear Mary and Jim,
I want you to know I think of Jimmy often. I am reminded of him whenever I see sweet, kind young people. I see them all the time. So please take comfort, I remember your son all the time.
Marilyn Intorcio
Jim & Janet Caporuscio
April 7, 2012
Keeping Jimmy and your family in our dearest thoughts and prayers.
September 26, 2011
Dearest Mary and Jim, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers. My heart breaks for you. Susie Bollin (Sylvania, OH) (Sue's friend)
Bella
June 23, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
April 30, 2011
Mary and Jim,
Words can not express our sorrow. Jimmy's bright smile will always be rememberd. You will be in our thoughts and prayers always.
Steve and Lori Caputo
Diane DeBord
April 29, 2011
Dear Mary and Jim,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Jimmy. I don't know if you remember me but I used to be in Mothers Together with Mary when our boys were young. I have two boys Kyle (20) and Ryan (16). We just wanted to express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in the difficult road ahead as you try to find peace.
Sincerely,
Diane, Tom, Kyle and Ryan DeBord
Michael & Jane Kauzlarich
April 26, 2011
Dear Jim, Mary, Bradley,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We wish we knew Jimmy, I know he was wonderful and brightened the lives of those around him.
Lynn Covert
April 26, 2011
Jim and Mary:
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Lauren Olivier
April 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you Jimmy for showing me your kindness and for being such a great friend. Have a blessed Easter and know that everyone in your class at Walsh misses you and loves you.
April 20, 2011
our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. thank you for the great memories jimmy. the security boys at regional firestone high. tony thomas bob baker paul westein.
A Friend
April 20, 2011
When I am gone, release me -let me go
I have so many things to see and do.-
You must not tie yourself to me with tears
Be happy that we had so many years
I gave you love, you can only guess
how much you gave me in happiness
I thank you for the love each have shown
But now it is time I travelled alone
So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must,
Then let your grief be comforted by trust -
It is only for a while that we must part
So bless those memories within your heart.-
I will not be far away, for life goes on.
So if you need me, call and I will come. -
Though you cannot see or touch me, I will be near -
And if you listen with your heart, you will hear -
All of my love around you, soft and clear.-
Then when you must come this way alone,
I will greet you with a smile and a "welcome home"
May God Bless all of you during this most difficult time.
Michael Englehart
April 19, 2011
I 'm sorry for your loss Jim and Mary. My thoughts are with you...
April 19, 2011
Jim and Family, I am truly sorry for the death of your wonderful son. Although I never met Jimmy, I have such vivid memories of Jim always talking about him with such a smile while we waited for depositions to start. May God give all of you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Leanne Garro
Alex Bader
April 18, 2011
Jimmy was the light in all of us.
Alex Bader
April 18, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Jimmy. Seeing Bradley walk down the aisle at the funeral made me remember all the great times I spent with both Bradley and Jimmy. When I was in 7th grade, Bradley was my "buddy". He was and still is a very bright boy. Your family and Jimmy will always be in my prayers. Jimmy was a good person and don't let his death bring you down. He lived a wonderful life and had loving people surround him and now he is with God. He is in the best place. He is looking down on all of us. He left a mark on my heart, your hearts and everyone else's heart. Keep your head high and keep smiling. (:
-Alex Bader
Diane Husk
April 18, 2011
Jim, Mary, and Bradley,
Our hearts just ache for your tragic loss. We will continue to pray for you in the days, weeks, and months ahead.
Warren, Diane, and Holly Husk and Natalie Wallace.
Lesley Grady
April 17, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim & Bradley,
I am so sad to hear about your loss. I used to babysit for Jimmy and I remember him being such a sweet and adorable little boy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope you will find comfort soon.
Lesley (Cunningham) Grady
April 17, 2011
Dear Mary and Jim, I heard about you and the terrible loss you have suffered. I pray for you and your family, and can only hope that God will grant you the strength to find peace and solace in the years to come. Temple and Bob Franco
April 17, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Sincerely, Deborah Smith
Linda Dannemiller
April 17, 2011
Mary and Jim,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in your family and friends who love you. God bless you during this difficult time.
The Dannemiller Family
April 17, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
I had seen a group of mothers crying at a sporting event. I was concerned so I asked them what happened and they began to tell me all the beautiful things of your precious Jim. I do not know you but I had to let you know that your son touched so many people. I hope that God wraps His loving arms around you and your family and helps you through this grief. I will prayer for you every day.
Liz, Betsy, Cathy, Katie
April 17, 2011
Jim, Mary, and Bradley,
We are so sorry. Jimmy was such a beautiful human being. He put a smile on everyone's face. We will miss him so much. He will never be forgotten. Jimmy and your family are in our prayers.
Br. Edward Libbers
April 17, 2011
To the Lyons and Kelly families,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you upon hearing of the tragic loss of your beloved son, brother, grandson, and nephew.
Sincerely,
Br.Edward Libbers, c.s.c.
Mark and Linda DeMarco
April 17, 2011
Dear Jim and family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. Take comfort in your love, the friendship of those who care for your loss and God's strenght to carry your family through these difficult times.
Kim Merril
April 17, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. It sounds like he was a wonderful young man. Mary, I recall you talking about him so many times during our days serving lunch at St. Hilary. I could tell you were so proud of him and loved him so very much. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and hope the love of your family and friends help to get you through the days ahead. God bless you.
Sue Whitlam
April 17, 2011
Dear Mary and family,
I was saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved son. Although, I did not know him personally, he sounded like a very nice young man who will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. My heart aches for you, and I hope you find comfort in family and friends to help you get through the days ahead.
Theresa and Jeff Royer
April 17, 2011
We wish to express our most heartfelt sympathies and sincerest condolences to Jim, Mary and the entire Lyons and Kelley families, all lifetime friends. As parents we can only imagine the tremendous pain the tragic loss of a child must bring, and especially under these circumstances. We wish we could have been there to be with you during this awful time. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all week and are with you now. Peace.
Bob Mandala
April 17, 2011
Mary, my heart was so saddened to hear the loss of your son. Saddend for you, saddened for your family and saddened for the world to lose such a beautiful person. From what I read on these pages life has lost one of its finest points of light. Though his time on earth was short, what a privledge and honor for you to have had such a beautiful son.
April 16, 2011
Mary and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy sounds like a great kid that will be missed by many. We will keep Jimmy and your family in our prayers.
Julie Kovick (Nichols) - Hoban classmate and teammate
Davis
April 16, 2011
I did not know your son or you but just wanted to tell you that my heart aches for you all. I hope in time you will all heal and always remember that even though the days seem dark, the sun will shine again for all of you. god Bless. The Davis Family. Akron Oh
Elizabeth Bailey
April 16, 2011
Mary, Jim, & Bradley,
I am so very sorry. I will keep you all in my prayers. May the Lord hold you close.
Love, Elizabeth (Wharton) Bailey
April 16, 2011
Dear Mary and Jim,
While I never knew your son, the write up made me feel as though I had known him a long time. I cannot begin to imagine what you must be going through now.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy over this most tragic loss. I knew your mom, Mary and she was a beautiful woman as are you.
You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Fondly,
Froncie and Greg Repetti
Tyler Springhetti
April 16, 2011
Jimmy,
I only knew you for four years and in that short amount of time you impacted my life as a whole. You had a spirit about you that was like no other. No one could match your look on life and you will be forever missed. Heaven truly gained an angel and I hope that you will watch over all of us from your spot in the clouds. Can not wait until we meet again my friend
April 16, 2011
Dear Jim and Mary,
Our hearts are broken for you and your family. There is no worse pain than that of losing a child. Rob and I lost our 20 year old son Kevin in the same manner in 2006. We know your pain so well and will keep you and your family in our heart and prayers. May God give you the strength and comfort during this terrible tragedy.
Robert and Carolyn Conley
April 16, 2011
Jim, Mary and Bradley,
We grieve with you.
Jimmy lit up the lives of his Lyons grandparents, who beamed when they told us those special stories.
Regards,
Peter and Donna Moulder
Penny Hager
April 16, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim and Bradley,
As I sat at Mass today, I could see Jimmy's wonderful face. He was always one of my favorites when I subbed at St. Hilary. He always had the time to talk to me and let me know what he was up to. Mary, once I told your Mom (when she was helping Sister Carol Joy) that Jimmy was one of my favorite kids. A huge smile grew across her face. Everyone felt that way about Jimmy. I feel so fortunate to have known your son. He was truly a boy that was touched by God and a great inspiration to all of us. May God take you under His care and help you all through this most difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Penny, Tom, James and Elise Hager
Brittany and Taylor Parker
April 16, 2011
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Lyons
Jimmy was nothing less than a brilliant child. Gifted and beautiful as he was he will be missed greatly. We send all our love and comfort to you and your family for this unexpected tragidy.
Jimmy- Oh jimmy what can we say other than you were one of a kind. We remember the days of Fairlawn country club and those annoying cardboard cut outs our parents would display in our houses. The ski trips and disney vactions also add wonderful memmories of the good times with you. We love you Jimmy. <3
April 16, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
Our hearts have been heavy since learning of your loss. It is certainly our loss that we never had the pleasure of meeting Jimmy. By all accounts, he was a light for those fortunate to have known him. Our family will continue to pray for you in the days, weeks, and months ahead.
With love,
Todd and Sharon Stock and family
Jen Jakubek and Family
April 16, 2011
Dear Jim & Mary,
My heart has been sending Love and Light to you since I heard of your tragic loss. Your son wrestled with my son Zach. This life in the flesh is only a tempory housing...Jimmy is still aware, sorrowful for his choice, gathered with you, as he needs to, and watching over your family. The veil is thin. Today I pray you and yours will be lifted beyond on Angel wings. That the heavenly realm in all its glory will shine down upon you, comforted by the Almighty.
David Kasminsky
April 16, 2011
To The Family of " Jimmy" James Michael Lyons III , Our Daughter Emily and Son Erik knew, and Very Much Liked Jimmy and shared their fondest memories with Us
including Emily and Jimmy both appearing in "Oklahoma" at St.Hilary and both Erik's and Emily's deep respect for Jimmy's Intelligence
and His Incredible Knowledge of Geography
and as Emily told Us=
*"Everyone Loved Jimmy"*
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Our Prayers and Thoughts are with You in this Time of Mourning.
Jimmy had so many Friends Who Deeply Cared about Him and Respected Him. Your Son had a Deep Spiritual Faith and He was Raised in Faith Based Education at St.Hilary and Walsh High School. When Emily Told Us of His Passing We Were Overwhelmed with Shock and Disbelief. Emily came Home from Ohio State and Shared with Me that at Walsh , Jimmy's Friends Painted a Rock in His Memory, and a *Rainbow came out , I went and laid down and cried for quite a long time. I can not imagine what it is like to lose a Child. May Peace Find You in Situations We Do Not Understand . God Speed. David and Deborah Kasminsky Akron, Ohio
April 16, 2011
My prayers & thoughts are with your family during this difficult time & for years to come. I am from a St. Hilary family that didn't know you well, but I am so sorry for your pain. No words are strong enough to ease your pain, just know that there are a world of people out there supporting you. There is no way to get through this loss, only baby steps will help you move forward. It will take time, you will always feel pain... I just hope you manage to find your way through this. You will be in thoughts & prayers of more people than you can imagine.
Good Samaritan
April 15, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of this young man.
Ted Sawyer
April 15, 2011
Mary, Jim, and Bradley,
I am extremely sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ted Sawyer
April 15, 2011
Dear Mary and Jim, As your neighbors and as part of the St. Hilary parish family we express our deep condolences to you in the loss of Jimmy. Not a moment goes by that I don't pray for all of you and Jimmy. Know that you were good parents. Surround yourselves with comfort and the love of friends. In His love, Bob and Karen Mangus
KATHY SEIKEL
April 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Angela Springer
April 15, 2011
Mary, Jim, and Bradley,
We are very saddened by your loss of Jimmie. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Angela, Ladd, Dominic,& Nick Springer
Naples, Florida
April 15, 2011
A beautiful boy, inside and out.We hope you find some peace in how well respected and admired your son was.
The Crissey family
Michael and Kathy-Ann Karder
April 15, 2011
Keeping you in our thougths and prayers.
April 15, 2011
Lyons,
My prayers are with your family, may God guide you through this time. Allow the memories to help heal you all.
Ashley Holt (Stephanie Lohr's daughter)
April 15, 2011
Jim & Mary, The entire community morns your loss with deep sorrow. We will hold you in prayer in the days and weeks and months to come.
Marianne & Dick Costigan and family
Tim, Wendy & Dylan Seikel
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. The outpouring of love and support from WJ and the entire community tells a story of how Jimmy touched the lives of many people. May God be with you always!
Connie Chiuchiarelli
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with your entire family. God's peace be with you always.
Caroline (Martucci) Garritano
April 15, 2011
Dear Mary, It has been many years since I have seen you. I learned of your son's death through my daughter.I am deeply saddened by your loss. He sounds like such a wonderful young man, loved and cherished by many. May God grant you and your family, strength and peace at this time. My heartfelt prayers are with you.
April 15, 2011
Dear Mary and Jim,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. We hope that the outpouring of love for Jimmy by all who knew him will give you comfort and strength in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Joe'l LaRose
Janet Caporuscio
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
We met Jimmy through our son Mark. He was such a wonderful friend and had such a light within him. Our deepest sympathies to you. May God bring you comfort today and in the days ahead knowing that he touched so many lives.
The Caporuscio Family
Joseph Coatter
April 15, 2011
Mary:
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved son. I just wanted to let you know that your old friends are praying for you and your family.
Ron Robbins
April 15, 2011
On behalf of myself and the Sequent family we extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are truely in our thoughts and prayers as you go thru this trying time.
April 15, 2011
Dear Jim, Mary and Bradley,
Our prayers go out to you in hopes that our Lord can carry some of the weight of your heavy hearts. We are so very sorry.
The Pugliese Family
Wendy & Leo Boes
April 15, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim and Bradley,
Words cannot express our sadness for the loss of your beautiful boy. We will forever remember Jimmy being SO excited to come to camp every summer. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find God's peace.
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
So very sorry to hear about your great loss of your son. Jimmy was a student at WJHS with our daughter, Jennifer. Our Prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Bless, The Bonsutto Family
Melanie Steele Wheeler
April 15, 2011
Dear Jim and Mary,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you must be going though. I pray for your peace and strength during this time. Melanie(steele) Wheeler
Bill Flanagan
April 15, 2011
Jim --
It has been many years since we have seen each other, but I want to extend my condolences to you and your entire family on the death of your son. By all accounts, he was a remarkable young man.
Ron, JeriLynn, and Anthony Marotto
April 15, 2011
Jim, Mary, and Bradley, our hearts are broken with the loss of such a special young man. You are in a prayers and thoughts.
Denise Zalar
April 15, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. He sounds like such a wonderful person I'm sure he will be deeply missed.
SUSAN AMARI
April 15, 2011
I only knew your son through the description of him from my daughter Brenna Vitou who was his classmate at Walsh. I just want to express my gratefulness to you for giving all of his classmates this wonderful person who touched all of their hearts with his love, care and happiness. My deepest sympathies to you and your family, and I hope that you will hold in your heart the knowledge of the unique love so many felt for your son because of his unique spirit. God bless.
Warrior Wrestler
April 15, 2011
Jimmy, The light of a candle will forever shine for you.
Nada Kahwaji
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
May the Lord give you comfort and strength through this time and always, you are in our thoughts and prayers
The Kahwaji Family
Rich, Janice, Ashley & Richey Knotek
April 15, 2011
Jim & Mary, No words can truly express the sorrow we feel for you and your entire family. Jimmy was a wonderful young man and loved by many. We thank God for giving us the opportunity of knowing him and truly adoring him. Our thoughts & prays are with you all.
Maryanne Phillips
April 15, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim, and Bradley,
We are so saddened by the loss of Jimmy. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this time. God Bless all of you and help to find strength and peace in your cherished memories of Jimmy.
Maryanne, Mark, Olivia and Nathan Phillips
Teresa Peterson
April 15, 2011
Dear Jim & Mary,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jimmy was such an outstanding young man! I will pray for your strength & peace. My sincere sympathy. Teresa Peterson
Porvaznik Family
April 15, 2011
Lyons Family,
Although we did not know your son personally our son goes to Walsh and knew him and thought he was one of the nicest and well liked students at Walsh. May God bless you in this difficult time and we will hold your family in our prayers.
Anne Cherney
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
We are so very sorry about the loss of your dear son. We hope that, in time, the happy memories you have will bring you a quiet joy -- and that you will find comfort from your sadness.
Christopher Block, Anne and David Cherney (friends from the Stan Hywet Gala)
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family, May your faith help you find peace and comfort at this most difficult time. Jimmy was a classmate with our oldest daughter Maria at WJHS. His kindness and selfless compassion for others certainly had a positive impact on her and countless others. God bless. Tom, Lisa, Maria, Marissa & Kara Kamlowsky.
Doug, Rita and Tommy Wilhelm
April 15, 2011
Jim and Mary, Our hearts are with you and we share your grief. Jim was a fine boy.
Mahala Kay
April 15, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim and Bradley,
Jimmy was such a special young man and we were the better for having known him. I will forever remember his bright smile and precocious intelligence. May the love and peace of Christ comfort you at this sad time.
Mahala Kay and Family
April 15, 2011
Dear Lyons Family,
We are a WJHS family who offer you peace and comfort during this difficult time. There is a new star in the heavens shining brightly for us all. May the fond memories of Jimmy you hold close in your heart serve to soothe your sorrow. He is truly loved and respected by all who had the pleasure to be touched by him.
God grant you peace.
The Margheret family
Chris and Tricia Tipping
April 14, 2011
Dear Jim, Mary and Bradley,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Jimmie. You have been in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. May the fact that Jimmie's wonderful character touched so many in his all too short life bring you peace in the days ahead. You have our heartfelt condolences.
Linda McNulty
April 14, 2011
Dear Lyons family,
My sons go to St. Hilary's and are so saddened by the loss of Jimmy. They both remember him and know Bradley. God bless you and may peace find you and stay with you during this time.
The Kontak Family
April 14, 2011
We will hold you in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. May God hold you close.
Michele Leonatti and family
Jack Morrison
April 14, 2011
Jim & Mary: May the peace and grace of our Lord comfort you. Answers are often impossible to find but God will give you the strength you need.
Lilly Oldham
April 14, 2011
Dear Jim, Mary and Bradley- May Jimmy always on your minds and forever in your hearts. We are thinking of you. Love Lilly Oldham and Family
Mark, Darla, Chase, Nic, Nate, Ryan and Alexis Skonieczny
April 14, 2011
Lyons Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a wonderful young man & loved by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Cathy, Katie and Dean Zawistowski
April 14, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim and Bradley,
Please know that we are thinking about you.
April 14, 2011
Dear Jim and Mary,
We are so sad to hear the loss of your precious son. Please know that we will keep you with us in our prayers during this most difficult time.
Marianne and Mark LaRose
Richard Merzweiler
April 14, 2011
Jim & Mary: We were sadden to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you may Gog hold you in the palm of his hand.
Rick & Nancy Merzweiler
April 14, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim, & Bradley
I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy always brought a smile to my face. He was a such a wonderful person. I will be praying for all of you. May you find peace.
Eileen Monea & Family
April 14, 2011
Jimmy, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Laura Smith Lee
Dennis and Pixie Kempel
April 14, 2011
Jim,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. There is now one more bright light in the heavens and universe to shine on us all.
Dennis and Pixie Kempel
George, Kathleen, Christopher, Matthew and Katie Weigand
April 14, 2011
Dearest Mary, Jim and Bradley,
Our family was truly blessed to have known Jimmy for more than 13 years - from the time he was in kindergarten. We watched him grow from an amazing child to a wonderful, caring young man. It was Jimmy who went out of his way to put a smile on the faces of others, and to share his amazing smile with the world. Katie looked foward to Jimmy's Superbowl parties and he always made her laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss. My the peace of God be with you.
Ray Posey
April 14, 2011
Jim and Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Darby Ratliff
April 14, 2011
Lyons Family,
I'm a Junior at Walsh, and I only met Jimmy once. However, during that brief moment, I found that Jimmy was a wonderful person.
During the 2009 Spring Musical, Bye Bye Birdie, Jimmy agreed to be filmed as part of a scene. His enthusiasm helped to make that musical great.
Your family remains in my thoughts.
Darby Ratliff
Monique Beauvais
April 14, 2011
We are so sorry...
The Beauvais Family
Joyce Cunningham
April 14, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim, and Bradley,
May God comfort and sustain you as you walk through this valley. We are so very sorry.
Ray and Joyce Cunningham
Dawn Kridel
April 14, 2011
Jim, Mary and Bradley,
Jimmy was one of the first boys to friend our son Matthew when we came to St. Hilary in 2001. He did not hesitate to reach out to him and help him with the difficulty of transitioning to a new school. I remember when we took a group of the boys to Kendall Cliffs for climbing and Jimmy was the most positive in the group - cheering on and encouraging everyone. I hope that it can offer you some comfort to know that although his time on this earth was much too short, he touched many lives. We will remember him fondly -
Dawn, Mike Matt, Emily and Stephen Kridel
Stephanie Hunter
April 14, 2011
Jim, Mary and Bradley,
My deepest and sincere condolences to your family. May you find peace at this most difficult time.
Fran Wood
April 14, 2011
Dear Mary, Jim, Bradley, family and friends,
It seems we are all grieving for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deepest sympathy, Fran Wood and Sarah Comunale
Kara Kudro
April 14, 2011
The Lyons Family,
My husband works in Campus Ministry at Walsh Jesuit and I was blessed to have Jimmy in my home for a Kairos dinner. He was such an amazing young man and had such a wonderful sense of humor. I just wanted to let you know that you are in our prayers during this very painful time and that our hearts our heavy for you.
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