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On May 4, 2011, after visiting St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, David R. Lyon was called to be with his Heavenly Father following a heart attack. David and his wife Kathy of 44 years were on a
Dave was born on December 4, 1946 to Deloris and Horatio C. Lyon in Spokane, WA. They later moved to Gooding, ID, where he was raised with his three siblings, Cathy, Ken and Mary Jean. Dave loved his small town upbringing, where he helped his father deliver gas to local farmers, enjoyed fishing, hunting birds, golf and basketball. He graduated from Gooding High in 1965 and then attended Idaho State University in Pocatello, where he met his wife, Kathy Dudunake, and from this union they created three beautiful children, Nicholas, Gregory and Alissa Lyon. While attending Idaho State University, David began working for the Union Pacific Railroad, where he began his career as a janitor or “red cap” and worked his way up through various upper management positions. Dave retired in 2001 after 34 years of exceptional service to the Union Pacific Railroad. He then moved to Boise, ID to be closer to family and to enjoy time golfing with his brother, Ken. Dave was a man full of life with a contagious smile, who loved his wife, children and grandchildren dearly. Dave is survived by his wife, Kathy; three children: Nick Lyon (Anita), Greg Lyon, and Alissa Lyon (Juan); five grandchildren: Brady, Parker, Adrien, Alex and Elena and sisters: Cathy Gropper and Mary Jean Jones. Dave loved his grandchildren and was always eager to teach them to fish. He enjoyed watching his elder grandsons, Brady play basketball and Parker play baseball, and was known to all the parents in the stands for his outgoing and fun nature. Dave's truest personal passion was golfing. He was an active member of the Caldwell Men’s Golf Association and the Idaho Senior Golf Association where he played almost daily at Purple Sage Golf Course. Dave loved the outdoors and liked taking long drives through nature. Be it the seasons, a beautiful sunset, or a deer grazing in a field, Dave believed that nature’s beauty could only be witnessed so many times in a lifetime, and therefore must be enjoyed. He savored the simple moments that life offered and tried to share this enjoyment with those around him. A loving father, Grandfather, husband, sibling and loyal friend of many, David R. Lyon will be missed on Earth, but his presence and positive impact on all he loved will not be forgotten. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 16th at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 6300 N. Meridian Rd. Condolences may be left for the family online at www. AccentFuneral .com. Services are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home, Meridian.
Condolences:Sender's Name: Abby Shewchuk Sender's Name: Harry Dudunake
Good bye my friend and brother Dave. I will miss you dearly. Your support, smiles and forearm shivers will remain in my heart. Since I was 5-6 years old you would insist on showing me how to give shivers, they would hurt like hell and I would still flinch to this day when you came near. Now that you are far away physically, your kindred spirit remains near my heart. I will remember your smile and laugher forever. Love you, Harry Dudunake Sender's Name: Claire Watson Edge
From childhood through adulthood David was always a kind, caring person. He was a friend to all and great example of how to be a husband, father and a man. David was always my friend and he will be greatly missed. My love and prayers to Kathy and family. Sender's Name: Brandi Hostetler Hawkins Sender's Name: Rick Farmer
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. The first time I saw that big smile was behind the working side of a football helmet, just before I received one of those forearm shivers that put me on my back. The next time was over 40yrs. later on the Canyon Springs Golf Course in a tournament (got thumped again). Heck of a guy and a true gentleman. He will be missed, especially by his friday golf buddys. God speed my friend and I'll see ya on the flip side. Rick Sender's Name: Oreana
Dear Lyon family: please accept my deepest condolences on your sudden loss of a beloved family member. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sender's Name: Duane Eserbrook
Really enjoyed our visits at class reunions.My condolences to his family. He will be remembered Sender's Name: Terry Prisock
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Mediterranean cruise, where they visited Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Florence and Rome. They were surrounded by radiant turquoise waters and were enjoying their time together at his passing.