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John Lyon Obituary

John Lyon was a loving partner, father, grandfather, husband, brother, uncle, and friend. He went to be with the Lord on August 8, 2014. He worked as an Audit Director for LADOTD for 39 years. He retired May of 2013. John never met a stranger because he always carried his 200 Question Questionnaire with him. He is survived by his partner, Alan Rusch; sons, Nicky and wife Mindy, and Joey; grandchildren, Derick and Destiny; brother, Billy and wife Seritta; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. John is preceded in death by his wife, Carol Ann; and parents, Bill and Mary Lyon. He will be dearly missed. Visiting hours will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy. on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visiting will resume at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 15615 Jefferson Hwy. on Wednesday, August 13 2014 from 10:00 am until service time. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am. Please write a short story of a good memory you have with John to add to our Remembrance Book. In addition, we would like to thank St. Joseph Hospice-The Carpenter House staff and especially Trigge for all the love and support during this difficult time. Family and friends may sign the online memorial, leave a personal note to the family, or order flowers at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Aug. 9 to Aug. 13, 2014.
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So sorry for your loss. John you were a true friend to me as a "newbee" at DOTD. Learned alot from you in a short period of time. Dance with the Angels... Will miss you.

August 13, 2014

Our sincerest condolences to John's family and numerous friends ... he was a very kind, compassionate and gentle man and will be missed by all who knew him. May the wonderful memories that you look back on and share now give you some peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Sincerely ~

Gayle Ferguson

August 13, 2014

Alan,
You and John's family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deepest Sympathy from DOTD Gang 253

August 12, 2014

John was one of the sweetest men I have ever met. He was truly a pleasure to work with at DOTD. God Bless you John.

Kathy Ward

August 12, 2014

Nicky and Joey I know you are beyond sad. You had a great dad who loved you very much. It's never easy losing your parents and the pain feels like it will never lessen, but believe me, I speak from experience. You will get through this journey and your heart will eventually heal. You will always miss him, but keep in mind he is now feel of pain and with your mom looking over you guys. God Bless both of you and all of your family. Mary Vince DeMarco

August 12, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Traci T. Johnson, B.Arch., NREMT, (DOTD)

August 12, 2014

Mr. John was such a warm and generous friend and neighbor. The children in our neighborhood were always very excited to see his Halloween decorations and receive the very generous toys he would pass out. My God bless you and your family during this time. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. In the photo, my son wrote on the left in orange a note thanking him for the Halloween festivites each year.

Joan & Mike DeRouen

August 12, 2014

dad,
even tough you have gone to a better place, you will always be in my heart. I will never ever forget the man you were and the man you raised me to be. Thank you for being my father,best friend, and my idol. you have always steered me in the right direction. I know you are in a better place but I want to be selfish right now and I want you back. I promise you that your granddaughter will know all about you. Tahnk you for making my 35 years the best ever

Nicky lyon

August 11, 2014

Billy, I am sorry to hear about John's passing. He was always so kind to me. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

Frances Avant Hansen

August 11, 2014

Prayers and love to all of John's family and friends. He was one of the most wonderful human beings ever put on this earth and will be sorely missed by all that knew him. I will never forget him.

Don Woodward

August 11, 2014

To the Lyon family. You have my deepest sympathy. May God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.

August 11, 2014

May the Lord bless thee and keep thee! Terry Jarreau

August 10, 2014

Heaven has a brighter star. My sincere condolences to the family who will, along with so many friends, miss the humor and kindness brought into our lives. Rest in Peace, Big John.

Nancy Driggers

August 10, 2014

You are in our thoughts and prayers John.

Christine and Charles Webster

August 10, 2014

My deepest sympathy. John was a special man. I knew John from our years at DOTD and the last few years I was there John and I had a lot of conversations. I'll always remember how nice and supportive he was to me.

Bill Stracener

August 10, 2014

To each of John's family and friends, I pray for acceptance and peace at this sorrowful time. May we all be consoled by the knowledge that his life was blessed by an abundance of so many who loved and appreciated the special soul that John was. I hold the fondest memories of the 48 years he was a special friend and look back with joy at the craziness that our escapades led us to all those years ago. I love you so much, John, and will miss you greatly.

June Carter

August 10, 2014

Wow, John.
The next part of your journey has begun.
I know you will be missed by many more than you know.

Hilary Vignes

August 9, 2014

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15615 Jefferson Hwy., LA

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