Gerald "Jerry" William Lyons

October 31, 1936 - August 19, 2020

Gerald William "Jerry" Lyons passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at the age of 83. Jerry was born in Eureka, IL on October 31, 1936 to Percy and Josephine Brown Lyons. He married Barbara Wasson with whom he had four children, who survive, Janette (Joe) Kleffman, Gregory Lyons, Gary Lyons, and Christine (Todd) Van Dyke. He later married Judy Green, who survives. Additional survivors include his brother, James Lyons; step-children, Christopher (Claudia) Allison, and Deanna Allison; six grandchildren; one great grandchild; and two step-grandchildren. Jerry was a Civil Engineer in Design with the State of IL DOT until his retirement in 1990. He then spent ten years at McClure Engineering. He was an avid golfer, and excellent wood worker, and scroll saw artist. Cremation has been accorded. A memorial will be held at a future date to be announced. The family wishes to thank the staff of Unity Point Companion Care, and Unity Point Hospice. Memorials may be made to IL CancerCare, or to Unity Point Hospice.