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Maurice Frank “Frank” Lyons

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Birth	:	2 Jan 1936 Oakland, Alameda County, California, USA
Death	:	15 Feb 2013 Vancouver, Clark County, Washington, USA
Burial	:	Saint Marys Catholic Church Cemetery, Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate	:	45.8264999, -122.6824036
Description	:	M. FRANK LYONS January 2, 1936 ~ February 15, 2013 "A strong, proud man with an independent spirit who shall be missed dearly by those who knew and loved him." Maurice Frank Lyons passed away on February 15, 2013 at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington. Frank, son of Justin J. Lyons and Ledra Lyons, was born in Oakland, California on January 2, 1936. He was raised in Vancouver, Washington where he attended Holy Redeemer Catholic School and graduated from Central Catholic High School in Portland, Oregon. Frank went on to serve in the Air Force Reserve of the Oregon Air... Read More	M. FRANK LYONS January 2, 1936 ~ February 15, 2013 "A strong, proud man with an independent spirit who shall be missed dearly by those who knew and loved him." Maurice Frank Lyons passed away on February 15, 2013 at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington. Frank, son of Justin J. Lyons and Ledra Lyons, was born in Oakland, California on January 2, 1936. He was raised in Vancouver, Washington where he attended Holy Redeemer Catholic School and graduated from Central Catholic High School in Portland, Oregon. Frank went on to serve in the Air Force Reserve of the Oregon Air National Guard before beginning a life long career with the U-Haul International Corporation. Starting as a Fieldman for U-Haul Company in 1959 and advancing to become the President of Warrington Equipment Manufacturing Company in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania which oversaw the manufacturing of U-Haul trucks and trailers. Beginning with 35 employees, over the course of 5 years, Frank increased the production and volume at the plant brought the employee level to over 170 people and was widely known and respected for his leadership and the ability to get things done. Frank was associated with the U-Haul Company for 53 of the company's 67 years of existence and was proud to serve the last 10 years as a Director on the Board of Amerco, parent company of U-Haul International. Frank returned to Washington State where he served as the President of Evergreen Realty, Inc. from 1991 to 2000. Upon retiring, he took great pleasure in re-connecting with his family and friends. An accomplished fisherman and sportsman he always returned from trips over the years with great stories of adventures with his friends. He was a skilled mechanic, enjoying the challenge and satisfaction of fixing things himself rather than leaving it to someone else. A natural artist and craftsman, Frank spent many enjoyable hours creating beautiful wood carvings. He enjoyed trips to the coast, a good western, liar's poker and lunch with family and friends. Frank is survived by his loving partner of 15 years, Shirley Sanders; his son, Steven Lyons; daughter, Carin Lyons; brother, Michael Lyons; sisters, Sally Ann Lyons, Patricia Withee and Kathryn Ackerman; his brother-in-law and long time dear friend, William "Hap" Carty; as well as many extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Helen Carty Lyons. A graveside service was held at St. Mary's Church in Ridgefield, Washington on Friday, February 22, 2013, followed by a reception at the church. Published in The Columbian, Vancouver, WA on February 21, 2013

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Maurice Frank “Frank” Lyons's memorial is located at: Saint Marys Catholic Church Cemetery, Ridgefield, Clark County, USA.
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Maurice Frank “Frank” Lyons death on 15 Feb 2013 in Vancouver, Clark County, Washington, USA
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Latitude: 45.8264999
Longitude: -122.6824036

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Spouse

Helen Louise Carty Lyons

(1938 - 1992)

Children

Frank Steven Lyons

(1959 - 2015)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Marys Catholic Church Cemetery
Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8264999, -122.6824036

2. John Pollock Gravesite
La Center, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8551559, -122.6723022

3. Pioneer Cemetery
Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8231010, -122.6389008

4. Bethel Evangelical Methodist Church Cemetery
Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7935000, -122.6935000

5. Ridgefield Cemetery
Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8125992, -122.7360992

6. Mount Zion Cemetery
La Center, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8667984, -122.6548004

7. Sara Union Cemetery
Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7541000, -122.7135000

8. Highland Cemetery
La Center, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9056015, -122.6371994

9. Northwood Park Cemetery
Ridgefield, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7407000, -122.6545000

10. Lewisville Cemetery
Battle Ground, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8167000, -122.5472031

11. Red Rock Cemetery
Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9173000, -122.7219000

12. Odd Fellows Cemetery
Woodland, Cowlitz County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9182900, -122.7433900

13. Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery
Battle Ground, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8019470, -122.5370190

14. Hayes Cemetery
Hayes, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9317017, -122.6781006

15. Masonic Cemetery
Saint Helens, Columbia County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8777888, -122.8196074

16. Bayview Memorial Cemetery
Warren, Columbia County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8267730, -122.8416860

17. Memory Memorial Park
Vancouver, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7265690, -122.6022540

18. Manor Wilson Bridge Cemetery
Vancouver, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7272240, -122.6004210

19. Frank Abel Cemetery
Woodland, Cowlitz County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9393700, -122.6353550

20. McNulty Cemetery
Saint Helens, Columbia County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8512000, -122.8478600

21. Bethany Memorial Cemetery
Warren, Columbia County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8209040, -122.8521900

22. Mountain View Cemetery
La Center, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9025002, -122.5513000

23. Saint Johns Lutheran Cemetery
Salmon Creek, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7043991, -122.6616974

24. Salmon Creek Pioneer Cemetery
Vancouver, Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7042920, -122.6621647