Allen R. Lyon, Sr., 82, of Warren, PA. died Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Warren General Hospital after an illness since, May 2013. He was born January 21, 1932 in Youngsville, PA., son of the late William A. and Minnie Cooper Lyon. He was a Warren area resident most of his life. He had served with the U.S. Army as a Corporal during the Korean War, serving with Company I, 112th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division in Germany, earning an occupational medal. He was employed as a quality control inspector in the Bearings Dept. of SKF, formerly Marlin Rockwell of Jamestown, N.Y. retiring in 1989 after 38 years employment. He was also a self-employed roofer. A member of the First Church of the Nazarene of Warren, Tidioute V.F.W., served as Past Commander of the Warren American Legion Post 135, Warren Senior Center, and a driver for Disabled American Veterans.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nancy Zwald Lyon whom he married December 13, 1952 in Warren, PA., 6 Children – Judy Stockhausen and husband, Lewis of Bear Lake, PA., Kathie Reed and husband, Allan of Pittsfield, PA., Carol Nuhfer and husband, James of Harrisburg, PA., Rebecca Bayne of Oil City, PA., Allen R. Lyon, Jr. and wife, Julie of Cochranton, PA., Michael Lyon and wife, Jora of Pittsfield, PA., 2 Sisters – Geneva Nagy of Warren, PA., Alice Mabb of Ballston Spa, N.Y., 2 Sister-in-laws, Marilyn “Jean” Gustafson of Warren, PA., Mary Carol Cartney of Titusville, PA., 16 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 10 Brothers and 1 Sister and 1 Granddaughter.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. on Sunday, January 26, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. A funeral service will be conducted there Monday, January 27, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. by Rev. G.A. Hankins, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park where full military honors will be conducted by members of the Clarendon/Sheffield V.F.W. Funeral Detail and the U. S. Army military personnel. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through First Church of the Nazarene, 907 Pennsylvania Avenue East, Warren, PA. 16365 or Disabled American Veterans Chapter 75, %Dan Edmiston, 5159 Route 337, Tidioute, PA. 16351. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Dear Nancy and Family,
I was so saddened to see that Allen passed away. I count it an honor and blessing to have known Allen for the past several years. His presence brought us so much joy and laughter and I will cherish those memories forever. It was great to see him stand up in church and give testimonies on how God was working in his life. His sweet spirit brought me much peace, especially as I went through some trying times in my life.
Please know that even though we cannot be there to comfort you physically, we are praying for you. May God comfort you and give you His peace and strength in these days. Allen will be missed! *hugs*
Judy, Kathie, and all your family,
We are so sorry about your dad. Thinking of all of you with prayers and sympathy
Thinking of your family. So sorry for your loss.
I have a lot of fun memories of “Bunny” while I was growing up. So sorry to hear that he has passed.
Peace, prayers, and blessings…..
Nancy, Judy, Kathie & family, I am sorry for the loss of your husband/father. I will remember Allen when I stayed with you girls in Youngsville when we were in high school. He always had such a witty sense of humor and would tell a funny joke or story. Even after years had gone by after that, he would always stop to talk when we’d meet in passing. He was always happy and upbeat. May you find comfort during these sad days and replace them with the many fond memories of him with each passing day.
Nancy and family
It was our pleasure to have gotten to know you and Allen when you started attending the Nazarene Church. We enjoyed the fellowship. We want to extend our condolences to you and the family. You are in our prayers as you face the loss of Allen. Don& Shirley
Nancy and family, We are very sorry for the loss of Uncle Allen. I will always remember him singing April showers bring may flowers. He always made me smile. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear of your loss, i will miss him alot he always treated me well would like to be there but im in fl again sorry
My sincere condolences. I really enjoyed watching Nancy and Allen dance.
My prayers are with you all.
GOD Bless
I write this with a heavy heart. It is always painful, death. Even if there was suffering before, there is still a sense of pain and loss. I am sorry for your loss. I am sorry for the plain you are currently feeling. My faith allows me to be hopeful as well. We will meet again. We may even have a good old-fashion block party. The guest list I imagine: Bunny, Nancy, Judy, Kathy, Carol, Becky, Allen, and Mike Lyon. All their spouses and children. The Schwanke family: Laura, Otto, Jeanine, Anne, Tom, Cheri, Dave, and all their families. The Hollabaugh clan, boy my memory is slipping on that one. Cindy, Archie…. The Manelicks, Kris and Jeff and Mr. & Mrs. ; Funny, that I never knew the first names of the generation before me. Let’s see: The Ingalls, the Jewells, the Bartons, the Halfasts; Boy, the gang of kids: Lyon, Pollard, Augenstein, Zock, Haight, Carlett, Nordblum, Schumann. My parents and sister. The happy memories of Sixth Street. Please know my love and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
My sincere condolences for your loss. My prayers are with all of you. Keep all your memories close to your heart!!