Obituary of Willard Lyons

The late Rev. Willard B. Lyons of Ludlow, NB passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2017 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital at the age of ninety two years. Born in Carroll’s Crossing, NB on October 9, 1925, he was one of five brothers born to the late Tully and the late Florence Lyons. One other brother, Clarke died of polio as a child and all four of Willard's brothers, Marple, Bernard, Gerald and Len have predeceased him. During the Second World War, Willard served overseas with the Carleton York Regiment of New Brunswick. In August of 1949, Willard married Evelyn Walls of Blackville. They had fifty six years of marriage before her passing in January of 2005. Willard is survived by three sons and one daughter, Keith (Beverley) Tully, Allan (Danica), and Beth (Raymond) Morrison. Willard was also predeceased by one daughter-in law, Darlene. Mr Lyons also leaves to mourn four grandsons, Devin (Marie) of Vancouver, Mark (Laurie) of Toronto, Christopher (Katherine) and Jordan (Alissa) both of Fredericton. Mr Lyons also had three great-grandchildren, Emma and Brayden of Fredericton and Nola of Vancouver. For many years the family lived in Blackville and Willard was employed at the RCN ammunition depot in Renous. During twenty four years of ministry with the United Church of Canada, Willard served pastorates in Advocate Harbour, NS, Sheffield, NB Bideford, PEI, Collingwood, NS, Millstream and Stanley, NB. Since his retirement, Willard has lived in Ludlow, NB. Visitation will take place at Boiestown United Church on Thursday, December 14, 2017 from 10 am to 11 am, followed by a Memorial Service at 11 am with Pastor Brian Curtis officiating. Reception will follow in the church basement. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.miramichivalleyfh.com