John E. Lyons

Plains-John E. Lyons went to be with our Lord on April 10, 2008. Born to Ernest Lyons and Francis (Legal) Lyons on June 7, 1937. John served our country in the Armed Forces during the Korean War. After returning home he became a member of the Sheet Metal Union in Reno, Nev., where he retired in 1990.

John enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and wood working in his shop. Being active in the church was very important to him. He loved people,especially the children. John is survived by his loving wife, Dottie, of thiry-six years, children, Tammy, Don and Danny - Lola, Debbie, Rodney and David, twelve grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. John will be missed greatly.

A memorial service will be held at the First Church of God in Plains on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 4 p.m. Dinner to follow at the Church. A memorial gift in John's name can be made to the church in lieu of flowers.