Mr. Johnny E. Lyons was born March 29, 1948 to the late Nora Lyons, of Woodbury, TN and transitioned from this life on August 14, 2019 with family at his side. He was preceded in death by his brother, Russell Lyons and sister, Mary Katherine Lyons.
He was employed at the Shirt Factory in Woodbury, TN as a truck driver for many years. Up to his time of retirement, Johnny had worked at Richs Products, Murfreesboro, TN for over 30 years.
Prior to his illness, he served as a faithful and committed deacon at the Full Gospel Assembly Church.
He leaves to cherish his memories, a devoted and loving wife, Peggy Lyons of 46 years, from that union they were blessed with 2 children; Sonia and Johnny Lyons, Jr. and 6 grandchildren; sisters, Pauline Clark and Diane Lyons; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and devoted uncle James Batey.
Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Sunday, August 18, 2019 from 11-2 pm. Funeral services will follow in the Smith Funeral Home chapel at 2 pm. Interment will be in Hoover Cemetery.
Share memories, thoughts and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337