George A. Lyons, Jr., age 89, passed away July 28, 2020 in Neptune Beach, FL. George was born on May 31, 1931 in New York City to George A. Lyons, SR. and Rose O’Connor Lyons. He married Delores Lish Lyons on July 11, 1957. George (who was known as an Irish Marine) proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, and was part of the Frozen Chosen in Korea. George was also a member of the American Legion, Post 129. He was also a member of the Local Union, 234, Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union. He enjoyed wood work and building. George was a loving father and grandfather; he will be deeply and sorely missed by his loving family.
George is preceded in death by his wife, Delores Lish Lyons, and one son, Timothy Patrick Lyons. George is survived by his daughters, Kathryn Smyth and Martha Lyons; and grandchildren Ryan Buress, Amanda Smyth, Michael Smyth, Brittany Lyons, Bailey Lyons, and Zane Sword.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 14, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Riverside Memorial Park, 7242 Normandy Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32205.
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