Marion
Marion R. Lyon
Marion passed away Friday, September 16, 2022, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.
She was born January 24, 1931 in Allegan, the daughter of Clarence and Beatrice (Johnson) Ely. For several years Marion worked at Kazoo Incorporated. In her free time she enjoyed traveling, playing cards, knitting, flower gardening and watching her grandchildren. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Otsego. On April 14, 1950 she married Richard Lyon who passed away in 1992.
Surviving are her children, Deborah Froelich of Otsego, Kathy (Ernie) Phelps-Rusche of Petoskey, Richard Lyon II of Otsego and Benjamin (Renee) Lyon of Kalamazoo; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Daniel Ely of Paw Paw along with several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son-in-law, Richard Froelich; granddaughter, Marcia Froelich and siblings, Norma, Clare and Pete.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place.
Contributions in memory of Marion may be made to
Christian Neighbors.
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Ray and Sandy Young
September 16, 2022 at 1:02 pm
Deb, our hearts are breaking for you. Sending all our love.
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Clara Howrigon
September 16, 2022 at 6:00 pm
So sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Had a great time with her in Gulf Shores Ala. one winter. Remember her from First Congregational Church. A wonderful cheerful lady. Will miss her.
Blessings to the family.
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Kathi. Fuss
September 16, 2022 at 6:30 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family again at the loss of your mom! I can not imagine what you have been going through ! Wishing you strength and peace and love, Deb
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Vern Lanphear
September 16, 2022 at 8:43 pm
Deb I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and Rick. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
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Penny Baker
September 17, 2022 at 10:44 am
Deb & kids…so very sorry. You are a Rock.
Penny Browning Baker
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Mae E.Miller
September 17, 2022 at 2:25 pm
Marion, i will miss you so much ,we had so many games we played and meals we shared and many, many good times,. You made life look so easy . We always made an average day so much fun . THANKS FOR THE GOOD TIMES. I know you will Rest In Peace ……. MAE
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Rosemary Hayes
September 17, 2022 at 3:24 pm
So sorry to hear about Mrs. Lyon. She was a fun ladyto talk with.
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Beth Baumann
September 19, 2022 at 2:37 pm
My heart is broken for you, Deb. I am so sorry.
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Shirley Ely
September 19, 2022 at 10:19 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Aunt Marion.
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Margaret Brown
September 28, 2022 at 8:02 am
To Marion’s Family—May God wrap you tenderly in His Loving Arms & soothe your aching hearts.
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She was born January 24, 1931 in Allegan, the daughter of Clarence and Beatrice (Johnson) Ely. For several years Marion worked at Kazoo Incorporated. In her free time she enjoyed traveling, playing cards, knitting, flower gardening and watching her grandchildren. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Otsego. On April 14, 1950 she married Richard Lyon who passed away in 1992.
Surviving are her children, Deborah Froelich of Otsego, Kathy (Ernie) Phelps-Rusche of Petoskey, Richard Lyon II of Otsego and Benjamin (Renee) Lyon of Kalamazoo; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Daniel Ely of Paw Paw along with several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son-in-law, Richard Froelich; granddaughter, Marcia Froelich and siblings, Norma, Clare and Pete.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place.
Contributions in memory of Marion may be made to
Christian Neighbors.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Offer Condolence for the family of Marion R. Lyon
Condolence Messages
Ray and Sandy Young
September 16, 2022 at 1:02 pm
Deb, our hearts are breaking for you. Sending all our love.
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Clara Howrigon
September 16, 2022 at 6:00 pm
So sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Had a great time with her in Gulf Shores Ala. one winter. Remember her from First Congregational Church. A wonderful cheerful lady. Will miss her.
Blessings to the family.
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Kathi. Fuss
September 16, 2022 at 6:30 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family again at the loss of your mom! I can not imagine what you have been going through ! Wishing you strength and peace and love, Deb
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Vern Lanphear
September 16, 2022 at 8:43 pm
Deb I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and Rick. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
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Penny Baker
September 17, 2022 at 10:44 am
Deb & kids…so very sorry. You are a Rock.
Penny Browning Baker
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Mae E.Miller
September 17, 2022 at 2:25 pm
Marion, i will miss you so much ,we had so many games we played and meals we shared and many, many good times,. You made life look so easy . We always made an average day so much fun . THANKS FOR THE GOOD TIMES. I know you will Rest In Peace ……. MAE
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Rosemary Hayes
September 17, 2022 at 3:24 pm
So sorry to hear about Mrs. Lyon. She was a fun ladyto talk with.
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Beth Baumann
September 19, 2022 at 2:37 pm
My heart is broken for you, Deb. I am so sorry.
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Shirley Ely
September 19, 2022 at 10:19 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Aunt Marion.
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Margaret Brown
September 28, 2022 at 8:02 am
To Marion’s Family—May God wrap you tenderly in His Loving Arms & soothe your aching hearts.
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