Mark Lyons

Lyons, Mark R.
Mark Robert Lyons, 49, was born January 17, 1967, in Stamford, CT, and passed away July 23, 2016, in his hometown. The only child of Stanley "Kelly" Irish and Linda Lyons, Mark attended Newfield Elementary, Rippowam, and Wright Tech schools (all of which, interestingly, his daughter Shannon also attends.) Mark loved his Irish heritage and also had a lifelong fascination with the era of the Vikings. In fact, he collected Viking memorabilia and often felt as if he belonged in this other era of the "simpler life."
Mark's favorite hobbies were fishing and gardening (especially, planting peas) with Shannon. He and his beloved wife of 16 years, Nancy Ann Fago Lyons, had many wonderful times together, especially motorcycling to Kent Falls and along the back roads of Danbury and Milford, hiking with homemade walking sticks, and enjoying Mark's band rehearsals together.
Music was Mark's lifelong passion, especially rock 'n roll music from the late 70's to the early 90's and his favorite bands: "KISS," "Metallica" and "Iron Maiden." However, he also loved the "Beatles"! His favorite pasttime was playing bass in the band "OZONE" with good friends Brandon, Steve, and George.
In addition to his wife and parents, Mark is survived by two daughters and a stepson: Shannon Lyons of Stamford, Ashley (husband Daniel) Pina of East Haven, and Jonathan Kenneth of Bridgeport; two grandchildren: Juilette and Daniel Jr. Pina of East Haven; his half siblings: Amy (husband Mike) Irish of Stamford, Lori Irish of Stamford, and Ryan (wife Teresa) Irish of Texas; several aunts and an uncle, including: Diane Redfield of North Carolina, Annette Cocco of Stamford, Sam Van Houten of Stamford, and Virginia Reilly of North Carolina; a nephew: Liam Irish of Stamford; and numerous cousins.
Mark left life too soon, but will never be forgotten. His beloved family and friends will always remember him as "The Viking," and "Papa Bear" will live on forever in the heart of his beloved Shanny.
Memorial Service: Saturday, August 20, 2016, at 5:00p.m. at Stamford Baptist Church (602 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT 06905) – please join the family immediately afterward for a Reception on the premises.
In lieu of flowers, assistance with the family's expenses would be greatly appreciated. (Checks payable/contributions mailed to "Nancy Lyons" c/o Stamford Baptist, at above address.)