Marilyn Lyons

Marilyn Ella Lyons, 76, was born August 25, 1935, in Des Moines, the daughter of Jesse and Bernice (Campbell) Lyman. She passed away Thursday, May 24, 2012, at Karen Acres Care Center.

Marilyn enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping and ceramics. One of the highlights of her summers was spending time at the Iowa State Fair. Marilyn enjoyed dancing and shopping at her favorite store, Younkers. She had a passion for music, and appreciated the likes of Elvis, Neil Diamond and the Righteous Brothers. Above all else, Marilyn loved spending time with her family and friends.

Marilyn is survived by her daughter, Vickie McFadden; grandchildren, Melissa (Gary) Dates and Amanda McFadden, both of Arizona, and David Lyons of Des Moines; great-grandchildren, Bret Alan Mason, Brittney Anne Mason, Dillon Lyons, and Andrew Lyons; siblings, Jerry (Joann) Emmons of Washington, Kenneth “Toby” Emmons of Arkansas, Doris Calhoun of Arkansas, and Joyce Schweitzer of West Des Moines; numerous nieces and nephews; other loving relatives; and many special friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Lyons, Sr., son, Charles Lyons, Jr., five siblings, and her parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, followed by burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Marilyn.

Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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