Paul (Bud) Lyon, 67, of Kirkwood, PA, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021, after a lengthy battle with renal cancer. He was born in Philadelphia on June 3, 1953 to the late Paul J. and Florence Lyon. Throughout his life, he always strived to be a friend to everyone and positively touched the lives of all who met him. With his time and talent he selflessly served friends, family, and complete strangers willfully and often. He is especially remembered by all who met him for his generosity, strong handshake, sparkling eyes, big smile, and loud mouth. All who knew him, even tangentially, have at least a few good memories and Bud stories. He attended Monsignor Bonner High School. While there he met the love of his life, Kathleen, when they were 14 at the Bonner Christmas Dance. They were married in 1972, raised three beautiful children, and recently celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary in October 2020.
Bud was employed for 36 years by Philadelphia Electric, now Exelon Corporation, as a Lead Maintenance Technician/Pipe Fitter. He was a jack of all trades and an extremely hard worker with a strong work ethic, a trait that he instilled in his children. He retired in 2008 but continued to assist during Exelon’s Outages, while enjoying a much deserved retirement with Kathleen and his family to its absolute fullest. Bud enjoyed all manner of sports. In his younger years he could be found surfing, playing softball, skiing, bowling, and golfing. While he continued to especially enjoy golf throughout his life, he eventually found a passion for boating and fishing. He was extremely proud to be a member (and former president) of the Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club (SFEC) in New Jersey. While Bud had many hobbies and interests, he especially loved his family and often reveled in their interests as well. He was always heavily involved in their activities by wearing many hats throughout their lives including coach, volunteer, handyman, cook, cheerleader, therapist, and philosopher. He is survived by his wife, Kath and their three children: Tia Hashinger (Shaun) of Quarryville, PA; Dr. Kari Kelly (Chris) of Port St. Lucie, FL; and P. Jason Lyon of Pequea, PA. Also surviving are four grandchildren: Tianna, Kiera, Paige and Charlotte. He is also survived by his brother, Peter Lyon (Kate) of Washington, and two sisters: Sister Denise Lyon, IHM of Baltimore, MD; and Margie Lyon (John) of Havertown, Pa. Along with Janie Barton and Claudia Potter whom he loved as a daughter and granddaughter. He will also be forever remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. Due to current COVID restrictions, a private family service will be held within the next week. However, we all know that is not nearly enough to celebrate the life of a man with Bud’s stature; so we are planning on celebrating his life the way he deserves, with his extended family and friends, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club (SFEC). Mail to: PO Box 77 Strathmere, NJ 08248 or visit strathmerefishing.org or The American Cancer Society Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com Comments are closed.
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