Robert Rochelle Lyons
Robert Rochelle Lyons (1933 – 2024) was a dedicated, hardworking individual who always put the needs of others ahead of his own. Born in Strasburg, MO where he made his home for 91 years. He was known for his giving spirit and witty sense of humor.
Robert was a faithful member of the Strasburg Union Church, a veteran of the Korean War, eight time Post Commander for VFW Post #8100, past mayor of Strasburg, Mo, coach of many baseball and softball teams and umpire for numerous years. He was an employee of Bendix/Honeywell as a stores keeper for 42 years.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Rochelle Robert and Thelma Glenora (Wilburn) Lyons; wives, Maryland (Reed), married 46 years and Constance (Dolan), married 10 years.
He is survived by his children: Cheryle (Lyons) & Dennis Fish, Linda (Lyons) Hollands, Luke & Jennifer (Carpenter) Utterback. Sister: Glenda Hoots. Grandchildren: Jennifer Lewis; Christopher & Joshonna (Price) Berry, Karla (Berry) & Denver Denish, Laura Berry, Kristen (Henley) & Dexter Sellin, Kyle Henley, Blake Utterback & Tyson Utterback, 4 great granddaughter and 2 great grandsons, numerous family members and friends.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 28, 2024 at the Wallace Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill, Missouri. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 29, 2024, at the funeral home, with Rev. David Hackett officiating. Casket Bearers will be Blake Utterback, Tyson Utterback, Denver Denish, Gary Hoots, Christopher Berry and Steve Stevens. Interment will be in the Strasburg Cemetery with full military honors by the United States Army and Jackson County Ritual Team.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Strasburg Union Church or M D Anderson Cancer Center.
We find comfort in knowing Dad’s legacy lives on through lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever.
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May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Robert Rochelle Lyons, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
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US Army Veteran, Robert Rochelle Lyons, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
We are so sorry for your Loss Cheryl and Linda and the rest of the family. He was a really friendly and Nice Neighbor and Friend. May you find Confort in your Great Memories with him. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you today and in the days ahead. RIP Robert. Marcella & Anna
I’m soooo very sorry to hear of Bobs passing. I took care of his first wife, Maryland, at Pleasant Hill Health Care. That’s where Bob and I got acquainted. He came in every evening to see Maryland. He was one of a kind! ❤️
Cheryle and Linda, I’m so sorry for the loss of your father. My cousin Robert was a special man who I know you will miss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
He and his family were fixtures of Strasburg and part of the fabric of its history. I will truly miss him.
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