Zach was born on June 3, 1995 in Springfield, the son of Jason John and Stephanie Lynn Magyar Lyon.
Zach was a graduate of Glenwood High School and a Journeyman for Local 477. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed gardening. However, his son was his greatest passion.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his son, Jason Jay Lyon of Chatham; his mother, Stephanie (husband, Chad) Hoover of Chatham; fiancée and best friend of seven years, Tori Gerberding of Chatham; grandparents, Stephen and Sharron Magyar of Chatham, Marsha and Jonathan Rohrer of Petersburg, and Butch and Carol Lyon of Buffalo; one sister, Cheyenne Hoover of Chatham; two nephews, Raylynd and Skylar; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Cremation will be provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.
Memorial Gathering: Family will receive friends from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019 at Butler Funeral Home—Chatham, 8855 State Rt. 4, Chatham. The family suggests casual attire.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Jason Jay Lyon Education Fund, c/o UCB Bank, 301 N. Main St., Chatham, IL 62629.
