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THOMAS HAROLD LYON
May 18, 1934 ˜ June 2, 2019
Veteran Marine Gunnery Sergeant Thomas Harold Lyon passed away at home in Silverlake, Washington on June 2, 2019 from Dementia at the age of 85. He was born in Vancouver, Washington, May 18, 1934, to Thomas and Grace (Braskett) Drury who preceded him in death.
Thomas and Irena May Ford were married on March 22, 1955 in North Bonneville, Washington and recently celebrated their 64th anniversary.
A career Marine serving two terms in Vietnam, Thomas was also a member of the US Marine Corps rifle and pistol team and a Drill Sergeant. His sacrifice and loyalty to duty earned him the Silver Star and two Purple Hearts.
Thomas was an avid camper, fisherman and hunter, sharing his love of the outdoors with his children, nephews, nieces and grandchildren. During his retirement, he and his wife, Irena spent almost 4 years as snowbirds traveling the country before settling in Silverlake, Washington.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Irena; children, Thomas Arnold, Linda Lucile Leonard, Kathryn Lee Bush, Sharon LaRae Kelsey, Margaret Irene Lynch and James Lyndol; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Rosaline Shellenberger and Joan Allen.
He was preceded in death by his son, Steven Loren, in June 2002.
Funeral services will be held Monday, June 10, 2019, 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Lutheran Church, 2602 East 28th Street, Vancouver, Washington. Private interment at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, Oregon.
Hamilton-Mylan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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SEMPER FI MARINE..
September 16, 2020
It's hard for me to imagine that you're no longer here with us. I'm sad that I never got to say goodbye. I will miss all your stories and jokes. Love you grandpa.
Tara Coe
June 12, 2019
Dad,
You are gone from this world, but never forgotten. Love and miss you already.
Margie Lynch
June 11, 2019
Grandpa, you are gone, but thank you for all the soft, sweet things you have left behind. My childhood was so perfect with you and grandma in it, thank you for everything, every little thing you did was so special. I love you forever, good lookin
~ Selby
Shelbie Renae
June 9, 2019
Love you grandpa you will always be apart of me. I'll never forget the things we did together and the things you tought me. Thank you for everything you've done for me. Love always your grandson
Marcus Lyon
June 9, 2019
I love you Grandpa with all my heart. My favorite childhood memories are with you and Grandma, and I cherish them so. We will miss you tremendously.
Tanya (granddaughter) Slater
June 7, 2019
I love you grandpa and will miss you very much. I will always remember going camping with you and grandma. You would wake us up at 5 in the morning to get a good start on the road and you would play country music a little too load in your big truck.
Ashley Parton
June 7, 2019
I love you Dad, you will always be in my heart.
Kathy (Daughter) Bush
June 6, 2019
Dear Rena & family....my sadness for you is great; but I also feel joy that Tom is now free from pain & suffering. Sorry I cannot come to WA but my thoughts and prayers will be there with you.
DeLores Geiser
June 6, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
June 6, 2019
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