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Hilda Lyons

February 6, 1924 - June 29, 2012

Hilda Ann Lyons, age 88, a resident of Locust Avenue, Philippi, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2012, at her residence. She was born February 6, 1924, in Philippi, WV, a daughter of the late Troy and Emma Catherine (Poling) Stemple. She was united in marriage on December 24, 1944, to Morgan H. Lyons who preceded her in death December 22, 2004. She was a loving wife and mother.

Surviving are two sons: Dr. Morgan H. Lyons, Jr. and wife Beverly of Morgantown, and Kevin A. Lyons and wife Gretchen of Philippi; one brother: Dr. Jack Stemple and wife Jackie of Bahama, NC; six grandchildren: Christopher M. Lyons of Broomfield, CO, Aaron N. Lyons of Erie, CO, Dara C. Titus of Lynchburg, VA, Haley N. Lyons, Olivia R. Lyons, and Logan M. Lyons all of Morgantown; one great-grandchild: Nathan Lyons of Erie, CO; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by four brothers: Vance Stemple, James Stemple, Doug Stemple, and Ned Stemple.

Mrs. Lyons worked as a bookkeeper for Consol Coal and McCoy Brothers, Inc. She was a member of Philippi Order of Eastern Star Chapter #41, Woodmen of the World, and Saundemi. She was an avid golfer and enjoyed fishing, loved watching tennis and loved to bake and cook.
Mrs. Lyons was a cancer survivor. She was a member of the Philippi United Methodist Church.

Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home, 216 N. Walnut Street, Philippi on Wednesday, July 4, from 4-8 pm. The OES Chapter #41 will conduct a memorial service at 7 pm. Visitation will resume on Thursday, July 5, from 8-11 am, services following with Rev. Tim Bleigh officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery.

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Hilda Ann Lyons, age 88, a resident of Locust Avenue, Philippi, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2012, at her residence. She was born February 6, 1924, in Philippi, WV, a daughter of the late Troy and Emma Catherine (Poling) Stemple. She was united in marriage on December 24, 1944, to Morgan H. Lyons whoContinue Reading

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Dr. John and Bev Seybert left a message on July 24, 2012:
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We are sorry we are not able to attend the funeral. Aunt Hilda was a wonderful, caring, and loving Aunt to us. We love her and care about her. With Love, John and Bev Seybert
Ginny Mattaliano McNally left a message on July 5, 2012:
Our condolences to the entire Lyons family. Hilda and Buck were great neighbors and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Mattaliano Family
Mr./Mrs. William Lyons & Family left a message on July 4, 2012:
Our sincere condolences to Morgan, Kevin, and their families for the lost of their mother. All our prayers are out to you. She is at peace now and joined by Buck. She is smiling down on our families and will be with us always.
Evelyn Byuse left a message on July 3, 2012:
You have my deepest sympathy.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cheryl Moore Rosencrance left a message on July 3, 2012:
Kevin and family I am sending my sincere sympathy for the loss of your Mother. May GOD help you though this difficult time.
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Laura Edgell left a message on July 2, 2012:
My sincere sympathy goes out to the Lyons family. If you all need anything PLEASE give me a call.
Wright Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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